Kitchen Assistant: Craft Nourishing Meals with Purpose

BUPA; Bethesda (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary uniforms

Annual footwear allowance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Bupa Bethesda Care Home in Christchurch is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support daily kitchen operations, prepare and present meals, and uphold high food safety standards. In this permanent full-time role, you’ll work a 6-week rotating roster with early morning shifts, join a collaborative kitchen team, and contribute to delivering nutritious meals to residents with compassion and reliability.

You’ll have access to staff benefits and training opportunities as part of Bupa’s commitment to

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
• Proactive team player who can work independently and pitch in where needed
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation
• Excellent time management & communication skills, following instruction accurately
• Empathetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about making a positive difference for residents
• Available to work rotating rostered shifts, including weekends
• Reliable transport and travel arrangements
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand

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

Food safety

Team player

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Rotating shifts

Job description

Bupa Bethesda Care Home in Christchurch is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support daily kitchen operations, prepare and present meals, and uphold high food safety standards. In this permanent full-time role, you’ll work a 6-week rotating roster with early morning shifts, join a collaborative kitchen team, and contribute to delivering nutritious meals to residents with compassion and reliability.

You’ll have access to staff benefits and training opportunities as part of Bupa’s commitment to