cook

Hawkes Bay DHB; Hastings; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Hastings is seeking a Cook to join our Nutrition & Food Service team. You will prepare and deliver nutritious meals for patients, Meals on Wheels recipients, caf customers and staff in a fast-paced hospital kitchen.

You will follow recipes, maintain strict food safety standards and ensure timely delivery to service areas. A current Food Safety Certificate and experience in large-scale catering or healthcare settings are required.

Qualifications

• Current Food Safety Certificate.
• Experience in caf and bulk food preparation and cooking.
• Strong understanding of food safety practices and Safe Food Pro.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• A relevant cooking or hospitality qualification.
• Experience working within a large-scale catering or healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, Meals on Wheels clients, caf customers, and staff.
• Follow established recipes and maintain food safety standards.
• Ensure meals are delivered to service areas on time.

Skills

Food safety

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Cooking/hospitality

Education

Food Safety Certificate

Cooking or hospitality qualification

Tools

Safe Food Pro

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

• Permanent, Full time 80 Hours per fortnight 1 FTE
• Use your passion for food to make a meaningful difference by providing quality meals that support the wellbeing of patients and the wider community every day.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Cook within our Nutrition & Food Service team, you will play an important role in preparing and delivering nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, Meals on Wheels recipients, caf customers, and staff. Working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, you will prepare and cook a variety of meals, follow established recipes, maintain food safety standards, and ensure meals are delivered to service areas on time.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about food and enjoys making a positive difference through their work. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to providing excellent food services that contribute to patient wellbeing, while also having the opportunity to contribute ideas, support continuous improvement, and help create a positive dining experience for those we serve.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Nutrition & Food Service team provides essential catering services across Hawke's Bay Hospital, supporting patients, Meals on Wheels clients, visitors, and staff. We are a collaborative team that takes pride in delivering safe, nutritious, and high-quality food while maintaining excellent customer service standards.

Based in Hastings, you'll enjoy the benefits of living and working in Hawke's Bay, a region renowned for its sunny climate, vibrant food and wine culture, beautiful coastlines, and welcoming communities.

About you

As a Cook, you will bring:

• A current Food Safety Certificate.
• Experience in caf and bulk food preparation and cooking.
• A strong understanding of food safety practices and Safe Food Pro.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• A relevant cooking or hospitality qualification.
• Experience working within a large-scale catering or healthcare environment.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.