Catering Assistant | Christchurch Health Campus

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to all New Zealanders. We are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strive to create a health system that is inclusive and equitable. Our diverse and inclusive workforce helps us better understand and serve our community, and we actively encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are looking for a motivated, reliable, and punctual Catering Assistant to join our WellFood team at the Christchurch Health Campus. In this part-time, permanent role, you will work 32 hours per week, interacting directly with patients to take meal and beverage orders. Your responsibilities will include assembling meal trays and delivering them to the wards, all while providing excellent customer service to our patients and their whānau. To thrive in this position, you will need strong customer service skills, organizational abilities, and the capacity to adapt to various situations. We will provide training for candidates who may not have prior food handling experience. The starting rate for this position is $27.80 per hour, in accordance with the E tu Service and Food Workers collective agreement. Requirements - Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently - Reliability and strong time management skills - Flexibility and a proactive attitude - Strong communication skills - Previous customer service experience - A warm, friendly demeanor and a genuine passion for helping people - Previous experience as a Catering Assistant is preferred but not essential Benefits - Ongoing training and professional development - Time and a half pay on weekends and double time on public holidays - Employee benefits through Health New Zealand - Convenient location close to public transport How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. We look forward to hearing from you.