Kitchen Assistant

About the role

Join the Broadview Lifecare team in Whanganui as a Kitchen Assistant, supporting the preparation of nutritious meals for residents in an 85‑bed care home and hospital. You will work in a collaborative environment where good food is seen as essential to wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking meals for residents, following dietary requirements and food safety standards.
• Help with portioning, plating, and serving meals during AM, PM and weekend shifts.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including washing dishes, sanitising surfaces and storing supplies.
• Support inventory management by receiving deliveries and checking stock levels.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and care teams to ensure timely service.

Required profile

• Proven experience in catering or food service, preferably in a commercial kitchen (training will be provided if needed).
• Positive, can‑do attitude with a genuine love for helping people.
• Reliable and able to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Good communication and time‑management skills.

Required skills

• Experience in catering and food service.
• Ability to follow food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Basic kitchen equipment operation.

What we offer

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