Healthcare Kitchen Assistant — Part-Time, Rotating Shifts

Bupa; Upper Hutt; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Footwear allowance

Employee benefits and discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Health insurance

Flu vaccinations and health checks

Job summary

Bupa Fergusson Care Home in Trentham, Upper Hutt, is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support daily kitchen operations, preparing and presenting meals, and aiding a busy team. The role emphasizes hygiene, team collaboration, and resident-focused care in a warm, sociable environment.

Permanent part-time position with a rotating roster; prior experience helps but full training is provided to deliver high-quality meals for residents.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a similar role; full training provided.
• Ability to follow established recipes and present food to a high standard.
• Proactive team player capable of working independently.
• Strong attention to detail and quality presentation.
• Excellent time management and communication; follow instructions.
• Empathetic, enthusiastic, and committed to resident well‑being.
• Able to work rotating shifts, including weekends.
• Reliable transport and legal right to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation.
• Undertake general kitchen duties (dishwashing and cleaning).
• Work independently and with a busy kitchen team.
• Adhere to hygiene and food safety standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow Health and Safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Team player

Empathetic

Independent worker

Reliability

Job description

Bupa Fergusson Care Home in Trentham, Upper Hutt, is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support daily kitchen operations, preparing and presenting meals, and aiding a busy team. The role emphasizes hygiene, team collaboration, and resident-focused care in a warm, sociable environment.

Permanent part-time position with a rotating roster; prior experience helps but full training is provided to deliver high-quality meals for residents.