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Kitchen Assistant

Christchurch, New Zealand

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Posted 17/08/2026 Job Number 65038 Work type Casual - Full Time Posting End Date 30/09/2026

At Bupa, purpose meets possible.

Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, innovative, and deeply personal.  

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is evolving, and so are we. By investing in advanced health technologies, better systems, and exciting pipelines of modern care products, we are empowering our residents to live with greater independence and dignity. In this role you won't just manage care, you’ll help pioneer a smarter, more connected ecosystem that delivers exceptional support to our communities. 

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility

Just imagine the impact you could make.   

Hours & Roster Details:

This is a Casual role there is no guaranteed hours.

The purpose of this job  

Bupa Parklands Care Home is located on Papanui Road in Strowan, Christchurch, close to the communities of Papanui, Merivale, and St Albans. The home offers rest home, hospital, and specialist dementia (psychogeriatric) care.

As a Kitchen Assistant you will: 

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

What you’ll need to make it possible

  • Preferably 1 year experience in a similar role, but full training and development will be provided
  • Be a proactive team player who can work independently and pitch in where needed
  • Empathetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about making a positive difference for residents
  • Available to work rotating rostered shifts, including weekends
  • Reliable transport and travel arrangements
  • Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand  

Why you’ll love it

  • Complimentary uniforms provided to look and your best at work. Annual footwear allowance 
  • Access to a wide range of employee benefits and discounts across retail, technology and more. Employee Assistance Programme when you need it most
  • Regularly offered free flu vaccinations, free skin checks and initial menopause consultation 
  • Access to Viva, Bupa's global employee wellbeing programme 
  • Access to Bupa Campus – your go-to space for global learning and development 
  • Refer a Friend Programme  

If this sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together.

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara 

Brave | Māiatanga   Caring | Manaakitanga   Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.

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