Job DescriptionKitchen Assistant - Production Kitchen (WAI28666)Waikato HospitalPermanent Position, 40 hours per fortnight (1FTE).
5 days per week, 8 hours per shift.
Hours between 6am – 8.30pm23.25 - $27.18 per hour – including extra T1.5 on weekendsHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleCome join our great team working in the Production kitchen at Waikato Hospital where you will gain valuable experience in our busy and fast-paced kitchens.
Food preparation experience and a food safety qualification are desirable but not essential.
If you are reliable and are willing to learn, we will teach you the skills you need to do the job.You will be responsible for tasks like:Assisting the cooks prepare meals for our patients, cafes, and Meals on Wheels recipientsWeighing ingredientsSandwich makingServing meals on the traylinePot washing & cleaningAbout the Team / Service / LocationWe can offer you:Regular hours in a stable and structured workplaceGood wages and yearly pay increasesHigher hourly rate for working weekends and public holidaysCareer opportunities and NZQA qualificationsGreat employee benefits (discounts with many Hamilton businesses)Modern and safe equipment and technologyAbout youCompetency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growthExperience in upholding Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.Extremely reliable and with a great attendance recordThe ability to work within a teamHigh standard of personal presentationThe ability to work rostered shifts and duties, between 6am & 8.30pm (It may include weekends & public holidays.
Your role/hours will be confirmed on offer).Working for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.
We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa / New Zealand.
The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.
It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Health New Zealand is committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusionWe want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.
Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.
If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community, or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Click to view the position description.How to ApplyPlease click 'Apply online' or apply via our Waikato Careers Website.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 23 January 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact us.
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