Hospital Kitchen Assistant - Part-Time, Nourishing Meals

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at Hawkes Bay Hospital. The role involves serving nutritious meals to patients, working with the Nutrition & Food Service team, and maintaining strict hygiene in a fast‑paced environment.

You will assist cooks and other kitchen staff, ensure timely delivery of meals, and contribute to a safe, welcoming kitchen that supports patient wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Have food service experience (desirable).
• Have a food hygiene certificate (desirable).
• Be an effective communicator and have a positive, problem‑solving attitude.
• Be physically fit: able to lift 10kg, stand/walk for shifts, squat/kneel.
• Have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ability to engage effectively with Māori.

Responsibilities

• Serve nutritious, well‑portioned meals that meet patient dietary needs.
• Work with cooks and kitchen assistants to ensure meals are delivered accurately and on time.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness – washing dishes, sanitising equipment, and following food safety protocols.

Skills

Food service experience

Food hygiene certificate

Effective communication

Physical fitness

Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding

Job description

Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at Hawkes Bay Hospital. The role involves serving nutritious meals to patients, working with the Nutrition & Food Service team, and maintaining strict hygiene in a fast‑paced environment.

You will assist cooks and other kitchen staff, ensure timely delivery of meals, and contribute to a safe, welcoming kitchen that supports patient wellbeing.