Kitchen Assistant - Evening Tray Line at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato - - Taupo
About the RoleDo you have exceptional customer service with a smile, then come join our great team working Waikato Hospital where you will be serving patient meals and beverages as well as working as a menu processor covering leave. This is an ideal position for someone with a nutrition or food science background who wishes to gain experience in a hospital environment.
Key responsibilities of the role:Serving patient meals on the tray lineWashing dishes using a commercial dishwasherDelivering meals to patientsMaking beverages for patients Click here to view the position description. About the ServiceBe part of the national transformation in Health working at Waikato Hospital providing caf services to health care workers, outpatients and hospital visitors.We can offer youRegular evening shifts 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) About youWe are looking for someone who has:Exceptional customer service experience preferably in the hospitality sector as you will be working with patients in a healthcare environmentBe able to show care and empathy towards our patientsHigh standard of personal presentation as you will be the face of our service in the wardsExtremely reliable and with a great attendance recordThe ability to work unsupervised and within a teamThe ability to work rostered shifts and duties, between 6.30am & 8.30pm (It may include weekends & public holidays.
Your role/hours will be confirmed on offer).Good Computer skills and an attention to detailIf you have read the position description and can confidently say that you meet the criteria outlined, we would welcome your application. 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 6 October 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.