Kitchen Assistant (Fixed Term) - Wakari Hospital, Dunedin

Support patient care. Work with purpose. Join a team that makes a difference every day. Meaningful healthcare role – support patients, residents, staff, and visitors through quality food service. Fixed-term opportunity – join the team on a maternity leave cover contract until 20 May 2027 . Supportive team environment – work with a caring team that values safety, service, and teamwork. As a Kitchen Assistant at Wakari Hospital , you will help deliver quality catering services in a healthcare environment. This role supports with all aspects of our busy café operation, including making coffees, serving customers, food preparation, and keeping the café running smoothly. This is a fixed-term position to cover maternity leave until 20 May 2027. Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9:00am – 1:00pm Assist with preparing, portioning, and presenting food for daily service. Deliver warm, friendly, and professional customer service to patients, staff, and visitors. Maintain clean and hygienic kitchen and dining areas, including dishwashing, cleaning equipment, and handling waste. Support specialised healthcare food service, including awareness of dietary restrictions, modified diets, and patient food preferences. Follow all food safety, infection control, health & safety, and company procedures at all times. Previous barista experience and confidence making quality coffees is a MUST. Excellent customer service skills with a warm, positive attitude Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Reliable, punctual, and a great team player Food handling experience is an advantage Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth. Formal Career Paths: We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals. Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses. Health & Safety Focus: A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment, prioritizing the well-being of employees and customers. Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more. Site-Specific Benefits: Depending on the site, tailored perks such as free uniforms, on-site parking, subsidized accommodation, and access to amenities like gyms and pools are available. We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries. Our sub-brands , Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates,Medirest, ESSand Rapportmanage these industry sectors. We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT . Our people areawesome,they breathe life into our brands and makegreat thingshappen! Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive andequitableenvironment for all. Successful candidates will be able to pass pre-employment checks satisfactorily. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Creating meaningful and lasting connections with every experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr