Healthcare Kitchen Assistant — Part-Time Evening Shift

Bupa Care Services NZ Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Annual footwear allowance

Employee benefits program

Health insurance

Job summary

Bupa Sunset Care Home is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Blockhouse Bay, Auckland. You will support daily kitchen operations, prepare and bake to recipes, maintain food presentation, and help ensure smooth meal service in a caring, supportive environment.

Permanent part-time role with a 3:00pm–8:00pm shift, average 10 hours per week. Training provided; rostering includes a 2-on/4-off pattern over six weeks. You’ll join a team dedicated to quality care for residents.

Qualifications

• Preferably 1 year experience in a similar role, but full training and development will be provided.
• Experience following established recipes and preparing food to a high standard.
• Be a proactive team player who can work independently and pitch in where needed.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation.
• Excellent time management and communication skills, following instruction accurately.
• Empathetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about making a positive difference for residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation.
• Undertake general kitchen duties (dishwashing and cleaning).
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a busy kitchen team.
• Adhere to Hygiene and food safety standards.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow Health and Safety procedures.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Empathetic

Reliability

Job description

Bupa Sunset Care Home is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Blockhouse Bay, Auckland. You will support daily kitchen operations, prepare and bake to recipes, maintain food presentation, and help ensure smooth meal service in a caring, supportive environment.

Permanent part-time role with a 3:00pm–8:00pm shift, average 10 hours per week. Training provided; rostering includes a 2-on/4-off pattern over six weeks. You’ll join a team dedicated to quality care for residents.