Kitchen Assistant

Christchurch
Contract
Part-time

13 days ago

Every day, in every way, we bring real heart to work. Food makes such a difference to the residents' lives which is why the Bupa Bethesda Rest Home located in Bishopdale is searching for a Kitchen Assistant to support the Chefs with providing deliciously nutritious meals for the residents to enjoy.Hours & Roster Details:

Employment Type: Fixed Term, Part-Time (Parental Leave Cover until Jan 2026)
Hours: Average 21 hours per week
Shift Time: Mix of 4PM-8PM and 1.30PM-7PM
Roster Pattern: 4 days on, 2 days off (6-weekly roster across Monday - Sunday)

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

General kitchen duties (dishwashing and cleaning).
Assist with food preparation.
Adhere to Hygiene and food safety standards.
Maintain confidentiality.
Follow Health and Safety procedures.

About You

Ideally, you will have one year's work experience in a similar role, however, we will provide training and support with career development.
You will be a team player, with the ability to work independently, and who is prepared to roll up your sleeves and get stuck into to whatever needs to get done.
Demonstrate empathy, enthusiasm, and have a genuine passion for making a difference to residents.
Ability to work rostered and rotating shifts (including weekends).
Reliable transport or travel arrangements.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in NZ.

Extra Reasons to Belong

Professional Development - in-house and external training and development.
Industry-competitive remuneration and benefits, and internal reward and recognition programmes.
No matter who you are or where you come from, we encourage you to 'Be You at Bupa'.

For the opportunity to join the Bupa community and to make a difference to the lives of our residents, please submit your application today - we would love to hear from you.About BupaThrough vision, passion, and sheer hard work, we're one of New Zealand's largest aged care and dementia care providers. As one of New Zealand's leading healthcare organisations, we employ more than 4,000 people: we're brave, caring, and responsible. All united by one purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.Our Values | Ā mātou ūaraBrave | Māiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | HaepapaApplications will be reviewed as they are received, and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

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