Kitchen Assistant

About the role

Broadview Lifecare is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to join its culinary team in Whanganui. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents, ensuring dietary requirements are met in a caring aged‑care environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of hot and cold meals following menus and dietary guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and food service areas.
• Support the kitchen team during breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend shifts.
• Ensure individual food requirements and special diets are accurately addressed.
• Help with stock rotation, inventory checks, and basic food storage tasks.

Required profile

• Previous experience in catering or food service, preferably in a commercial kitchen.
• Positive, can‑do attitude with a genuine interest in supporting residents' wellbeing.
• Reliable and flexible to work AM, PM and weekend shifts on a casual basis.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Required skills

• Basic food preparation techniques.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to follow recipes and portion guidelines.

What we offer

• Competitive pay scale based on skills and experience.
• Opportunities for professional development within a leading aged‑care provider.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment.
• Chance to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.