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Posted 22 July, 2026

Food Services Manager, Hospital Operations

Taranaki District Health Board
Auckland, AUK, NZ Full Time
Reference: 9c288b3f1bf54285

Job Description

Food Services Manager, Hospital Operations Full-time, Fixed Term Based at North Shore Hospital Health New Zealand | TeWhatu 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. Health New Zealand|TeWhatu Ora Waitematā is the largest District in New Zealand providing services to a population of more than 650,000 and employing more than 8,000 people. Our organisation values and promise statement Best Care for Everyone - serve to inspire us to continuously improve to provide the best care possible to each and every person and their family. About this role: We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Food Service Manager (Fixed term) to manage the Health New Zealand TeWhatu Ora Waitematā Food Services. The focus of the role is to ensure the delivery of consistently high quality, safe, and cost-efficient services, whilst optimising financial returns for Waitematā Food services, along with ensuring optimum quality and choice for both staff and consumers. Working collaboratively with your professional colleagues, and with the Districts contracted Food Service provider, you will be working toward the strategic position of the District for future service initiatives. You will have access to a range of internal learning and development opportunities along with the ability to apply to the professional development fund for courses and conferences external to the district. You can also expect reimbursement of your registration fees, APC and professional membership fees. About your experience: You will have a minimum of 3 years experience in a food services management role In-depth knowledge of the Food Safety Act An advantage would be experience in a Clinical Dietetics role Strong Leadership and negotiation skills About you: You are a New Zealand Registered Dietitian with a current practising certificate You know how to connect into and navigate a large organisation You can work with the detail, and also take a strategic view of the work You are highly creative and invested in great learning experiences Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | TeWhatu 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. Job details Job Reference: Job Reference: WDHB21696 Location: North Island - Auckland - North Shore/West Auckland Job type: Job type: Contract/Temp Full time Expertise: Non-clinical - Food Services - Food Services #J-18808-Ljbffr

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