Kitchen Assistant - Part Time
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay · 5001+ employees
What the role involves
- Serving meals
- Cleaning equipment
- Following food safety protocols
What they ask for
Food service experience desirable; food hygiene certificate desirable; effective communication; physically fit to lift 10kg, stand/walk, squat/kneel; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ability to engage with Māori.
- Professional licence or registration
About the job
- Kitchen Assistant - Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital
- Permanent, Part - Time 18 hours per fortnight (0.225 FTE)
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.
About the Role
As a Kitchen Assistant at Hawkes Bay Hospital, youll be part of a dedicated team that plays a vital role in patient care through food service.
Your day begins with serving nutritious, well - portioned meals that meet patient dietary needs.
You will work alongside cooks and fellow kitchen assistants in a fast - paced environment, ensuring meals are delivered accurately and on time.
Between meal services, youll maintain high standards of cleanliness - washing dishes, sanitising equipment, and following strict food safety protocols. Every task contributes to a safe, welcoming kitchen environment that supports patient wellbeing.
This is a hands - on role where your attention to detail, teamwork, and commitment to hygiene directly impact the hospitals ability to provide quality care.
Its a great opportunity for someone who enjoys physical work, values routine, and takes pride in being part of a service that truly makes a difference.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
You will be joining the Nutrition & Food Service team - a collaborative group that works well with cooks and menu collators to ensure patients receive timely, nourishing meals.
The team is part of a wider clinical service that supports recovery and wellbeing through quality nutrition, aligned with Te Whatu Oras commitment to equity and excellence in healthcare.
For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay click HERE
About you
As a Kitchen Assistant you will:
- 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
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 welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 22 November 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact recruitment - vacancies@hbdhb.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
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