Food Service Assistant | Rangiora

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Te Whatu Ora in Canterbury is seeking a Food Service Assistant to support safe, nutritious meals for patients and Meals on Wheels clients. You will help with daily preparation, plating, and delivery, while keeping the kitchen clean and compliant with food safety standards.

The role offers flexibility within a 7-hour shifts pattern and provides a pathway to stepping into Cook when required, contributing to patient care and community health.

Qualifications

• NZQA Food Handling Certificate (Units 167/168).
• Experience in healthcare food service is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily food preparation, portioning, and plating.
• Prepare vegetables, salads, and other menu items as needed.
• Prepare food for Meals on Wheels and patient services.
• Adhere to the site Food Control Plan and food safety protocols.
• Provide cover for the Cook, following recipes and dietary guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, including benches, equipment, and service areas.

Skills

Verbal communication

Customer focus

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

NZQA Food Handling Certificate (Units 167/168)

Job description

• Permanent0.4375FTE (7hr shifts x 5 perfortnight)

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.

Are you passionate about food preparation and making a real difference in your community? We're looking for a reliable and motivated FoodService Assistant to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring patients at Rangiora Health Hub and Meals on Wheels recipients receive nutritious, high-quality meals on time, every time.

About the Role

The Food Service Assistant supports the delivery of safe, healthy, and delicious food in line with food handling and safety protocols. You'll assist with daily food preparation, plating, and delivery, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. With the right orientation, you'll also step into the role of Cook when required, ensuring flexibility and smooth operations within the kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily food preparation, portioning, and plating.


• Prepare vegetables, salads, and other menu items as needed.


• Prepare food for Meals on Wheels and patient services.


• Adhere to the site Food Control Plan and food safety protocols.


• Provide cover for the Cook, preparing patient meals to high standards following recipes and dietary guidelines.


• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, including benches, equipment, and service areas.


• Complete cleaning schedules, waste handling, and stock replenishment.


• Contribute to a safe, respectful, and positive team culture.


• Uphold patient privacy, cultural safety, and equitable health outcomes, with a focus on Māori health gain and Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action.

About you

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.


• Customer-focused, with the ability to build positive relationships.


• Working knowledge of food safety requirements and Food Control Plans.


• Understanding of dietary needs, allergens, and nutritional supplements.


• Physically fit and familiar with safe moving and handling practices.


• Ability to work well in a team and manage time effectively.


• NZQA Food Handling Certificate (Units 167/168).


• Previous kitchen cleaning or food service experience, ideally in healthcare.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive team making a real difference in the lives of patients and the community.


• Contribute to equitable health outcomes and a culturally safe environment.


• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

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 will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: PC4586608

Location:

South Island - Canterbury - Christchurch

Job type:

Expertise:

Non-clinical - Food Services - Food Services

Non-clinical - Health & Clinical Support Workers - Health & Clinical Support Workers