Catering Assistant (Casual) - Whanganui Hospital x 2

Compass Group New Zealand; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible casual shifts

Weekend penal rates

Free parking at site

Job summary

Compass Group New Zealand offers a casual Catering Assistant position at Whanganui Hospital. You will support patients, staff, and visitors by delivering quality food services in a healthcare setting. No guaranteed hours; shifts offered on an as-needed basis to fit study, family, or other commitments.

The role includes helping with food preparation, meal service and patient dining support while maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards. Weekend penal rates apply for eligible shifts.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with patients, staff and visitors.
• Customer service mindset with a friendly approach.
• Reliability and willingness to learn new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and hygienic kitchen, ward, and dining areas.
• Assist with dishwashing, cleaning duties, and stock replenishment.
• Follow food safety, infection control, and health & safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer focused

Reliable

Job description

• Great Hourly Rate + Earn additional weekend penal rates plus great company benefits
• Flexible casual shifts to suit your lifestyle and commitments
• Free Parking at site , Flexible work schedule, opportunity to earn extra with this casual job

Looking for flexible work where you can make a real difference every day?

We're looking for enthusiastic Catering Assistants to join our team at Whanganui Hospital on a casual basis. This is a rewarding opportunity to support patients, staff, and visitors by delivering quality food services in a healthcare environment where your contribution truly matters.

No two shifts are the same. You'll assist with food preparation, meal service, patient dining support, and maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards, all while working alongside a friendly and supportive team.

This is a casual position, with shifts offered on an as-needed basis to meet business requirements and no guaranteed hours, making it ideal for those looking for flexibility around study, family, or other commitments.

You’ll also have the opportunity to earn additional penal rates when working eligible weekend shifts.

• Maintain clean and hygienic kitchen, ward, and dining areas
• Assist with dishwashing, cleaning duties, and stock replenishment
• Follow food safety, infection control, and health & safety procedures at all times
• Previous hospitality, catering, food service, or customer service experience is preferred but not essential
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team
• Comfortable in a hands‑on and physically active environment
• Strong communication skills and a genuine customer-focused approach
• Commitment to food safety, hygiene, and high service standards

Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits. : https://compass-group.co.nz/about-us/companybenefits/

We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.

Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.

We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.

Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!

Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.

We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

Successful candidates will be required to pass pre‑employment checks satisfactorily (Police Clearance).
Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a caring and supportive healthcare environment —

Creating meaningful and lasting connections with every experience.

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