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Posted 15 August, 2026

Kitchen Assistant | Burwood Hospital

New Zealand Government
Christchurch, CAN, NZ Full Time
Reference: e4a9baa01eb2bc14

Job Description

Christchurch - Burwood Health Campus Part time permanent position working 25 hours per week 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 Have you ever thought of working in a commercial kitchen? Join our dedicated and hard-working WellFood Department and help feed our tūroro (patients) and whānau. Starting from $28.63 per hour, Based on the EtūMulti-Employer Collective Agreement Monday 9am to 2.30pm Tuesday 9am to 2.30pm Wednesday 9am to 2.30pm Thursday 9am to 2.30pm Friday 9am to 2.30pm You will be responsible for: Carrying out the general kitchen and ward duties which will include washing dishes and preparing and presenting food. Provide great customer service to our tūroro (patients) and their whānau. Clean benches and surrounds Sweep and mop floors Clean, sanitise and store equipment Handle waste and linen Clean and maintain kitchen areas Replenish supplies in service areas Receive and rotate stockl Complete and sign cleaning rosters Maintaining a safe work environment About you Exceptional skill and passion for food Food handling experience desirable but not essential A friendly, positive attitude with the ability to maintain speed without compromising standards. Reliable with good time management. Flexible approach and a 'can do' attitude and excellent communication skills. Have previous experience in a similar environment. Benefits Ongoing training and development Fantastic Working Environment - Fully resourced modern facility with a friendly, supportive team. Te Whatu Ora employee benefits Great Parking! 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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