Kitchen Assistant | Greymouth

Location Te Nikau, Grey Hospital and Health Centre, Greymouth Hours 32 hours a week, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM Shifts Permanent part-time About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our Equity Work Programme emphasizes the importance of equity in the health system, fostering cultural change to ensure equitable health outcomes for all. Our commitment to our employees includes honoring equal employment opportunities and creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. About the Role We are looking for a dedicated kitchen assistant to join our team at Te Nikau, Grey Hospital and Health Centre. In this role, you will help create high-quality café food for our staff, patients, and visitors. You will follow standardized recipes while incorporating your creativity to present appealing dishes. Maintaining a clean and organized workspace is essential. This position is customer-focused, requiring strong customer service skills and the ability to interact with a diverse range of individuals. We provide training, so prior experience in a similar role is beneficial, but not mandatory. Responsibilities You will assist our cooks in preparing and presenting food, deliver meals to patients throughout the hospital, and ensure your work area remains clean and tidy. We are seeking a team player who is flexible and willing to support the cleaning team when needed. Requirements - Experience as a kitchen assistant or in a similar environment is preferred. - Excellent customer service and food preparation skills. - Strong teamwork abilities, along with the capacity to work independently. - Physically fit and reliable. - Strong time management skills. Benefits We offer a competitive starting salary of $23.75 per hour, based on the E tū Service and Food Workers collective agreement. Additionally, you will receive time and a half pay for hours worked on weekends and double time for public holidays. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion We value authenticity and encourage you to bring your true self to your application. Skills can be acquired in various contexts, not just through formal employment. If you possess the skills outlined in this description, whether gained through family life, community involvement, or volunteering, we invite you to apply and share your unique story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To view the position description and apply for this role, please visit our online careers portal. Please note that we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.