Cook (Casual) - Taranaki Hospital

• **Purpose-driven work** – play a vital role in supporting patient care through nutritious, high-quality meals.
• **Varied kitchen environment** – from meal prep to dietary catering and events, no two days are the same.
• **Supportive team culture** – work alongside passionate professionals in a collaborative healthcare setting.

He angitutanga | The opportunity

This is a **Casual position** where hours of work are "as an when" required basis upon business needs.

• Prepare, cook, and present meals in line with menus, dietary requirements, and quality standards.
• Support menu planning, including catering for special dietary and cultural needs.
• Manage stock, including receiving, storing, and rotating supplies to minimise waste.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment in line with food safety standards.
• Apply portion control, cost control, and catering procedures to ensure efficient kitchen operations

• Proven experience as a cook in a commercial kitchen or similar environment.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
• A reliable and hardworking team player who can also work independently.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to quality and customer service.
• Physically fit and flexible, with a strong focus on hygiene, safety, and food standards)

• **Comprehensive Training & Development:** Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth.
• **Formal Career Paths:** We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals.
• **Rewards & Recognition:** Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses.
• **Health & Safety Focus:** A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment, prioritizing the well-being of employees and customers.
• **Corporate & Retail Discounts:** Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more.
• **Site-Specific Benefits:** Free uniforms, on-site parking, and access to hospital facilities.
• *Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits.*

• We are **New Zealand's leading** and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• **Our sub-brands**, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.
• We specialise in **turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential** **moments** for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being **GOOD to GREAT**.
• Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
• **Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common**
• our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you
• **RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK** are the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We are **committed to reflecting the diversity** of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise **sustainability** in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all.
• Successful candidates will be able to pass pre-employment checks satisfactorily (including Police Clearance).? Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
• **Don’t miss this opportunity to cook with purpose in a healthcare environment — Click ‘Apply’ now!**For recruitment queries please contact the Compass Group Recruitment team at?? **recruitment@compass-group.co.nz**

**Creating meaningful and lasting connections with every experience.**