Casual Kitchen Assistant - Patient-Focused Food Service

Compass Group New Zealand; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Career development

Rewards & recognition

Health & safety focus

Discounts on health services

Site-specific benefits

Weekend shift premium

Job summary

Compass Group New Zealand is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Palmerston North Hospital on a casual, as‑and‑when‑required basis. You will support food preparation, maintain hygiene, and assist in delivering safe, patient-focused catering services in a hospital setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on work in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to develop skills through comprehensive training and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment preferred but not essential.
• Reliable, hardworking team player with a positive attitude.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• Physically fit and comfortable in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and presenting for daily service.
• Maintain clean and hygienic kitchen and dining areas, including dishwashing and equipment cleaning.
• Deliver friendly and professional customer service to patients and staff.
• Support stock handling, replenishment, and adherence to food safety procedures.
• Follow health and safety, food safety, and hygiene standards at all times.

Skills

Team player

Good communication

Hardworking

Physically fit

Job description

Compass Group New Zealand is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Palmerston North Hospital on a casual, as‑and‑when‑required basis. You will support food preparation, maintain hygiene, and assist in delivering safe, patient-focused catering services in a hospital setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on work in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to develop skills through comprehensive training and a supportive team culture.