Kitchen Assistant Cafeat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato - - Taupo
About the RoleYou will be responsible for tasks like;Making coffee, sandwiches, wraps,Serving customersCashierKeeping seating areas clean and tidyWashing dishes using a commercial dishwasher Click here to view the position description. About the ServiceBe part of the national transformation in Health working at Waikato Hospital providing café services to health care workers, outpatients and hospital visitors.We can offer youRegular hours in a stable and structured work placeGood wages and yearly pay increasesHigher hourly rate for working weekends and public holidaysGreat employee benefits (discounts with many Hamilton businesses)Career opportunities and NZQA qualificationsBarista trainingAbility to gain customer service experience About Hamilton Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts.
With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities.The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support. Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture.
Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds.
Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.
For more information on living and working in Waikato click here About youWe are looking for people who areExtremely reliable and with a great attendance recordThe ability to work within a teamHigh standard of personal presentationAble to show care and empathyThe ability to work rostered shifts and duties between the hours of 6.00am & 8.30pm (no more than 8 hours per day). It may include weekends & public holidays.
Your role/hours will be confirmed on offer.Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growthExperience in upholding Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.
Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 ApplyTo apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 30 May 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shivani Kulkarni at Shivani.Kulkarni@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.