Casual Catering Assistant | Burwood Health Campus

Christchurch - Burwood Health Campus
Casual position to cover sick and annual leave
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 this Role

WellFood is seeking motivated, reliable, and punctual Catering Assistants to join our team at Burwood Hospital. In this role, you will work as part of a large, dynamic team, collaborating with other Catering Assistants, Kitchen Assistants, and Cooks to provide an exceptional dining experience for our patients.

These roles offer the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while gaining valuable experience in a healthcare setting. All training will be provided, and no food preparation is required - your main responsibilities will include assembling and delivering meal trays, assisting patients with menu choices, and ensuring the highest standard of service.

Starting rate of $27.80 per hour Based on the E tū Service and Food Workers collective agreement.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver meal and beverage services to patients in their wards
Assist patients in understanding and selecting menu options
Assemble meal trays and deliver them to the wards while providing excellent customer service to patients and their whānau
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Be on your feet for most of the shift, including pushing trolleys and walking throughout the hospital
About the Team/Service/Location:

Burwood Hospital is one of New Zealand's centres of excellence for rehabilitation and elective orthopaedic surgery. Located in the heart of the community, Burwood Hospital offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including a specialized spinal unit, rehabilitation for those under 65, and care for older adults with physical and mental health needs.

About You:

We are looking for someone who has a passion for people, a positive and adaptable attitude, and strong customer service skills. While food handling experience is desirable, it is not essential - we are happy to provide all necessary training.

Key Skills and Experience:

Excellent customer service skills
Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently
Reliability, good time management, and flexibility
A warm, friendly approach and a passion for helping others
Ability to work well as part of a team and independently Working for Health New Zealand
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.

How to Apply

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We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. Read more