Te Omanga Hospice is a charitable trust that provides specialist palliative care to patients and their whānau in the Hutt Valley living with a life-limiting or terminal illness. Our vision is that everyone with palliative needs in our community receives equitable, responsive, and proactive care. We hold our values close to our heart, with respect, partnership, compassion and learning at the core of everything we do.
We celebrate different perspectives and are committed to creating an equal and inclusive workplace. The community we support is diverse, and it is important to us that diversity is reflected in the team here at Te Omanga.
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Kitchen Supervisor to join our Support Services team. As a vital part of our organisation, you will be based in the hospice kitchen, ensuring the smooth operation of food services for our patients and volunteers. In this permanent part-time position (5 x 8 hour days per fortnight) your responsibilities will include
- Overseeing the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
- Planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet the dietary requirements and preferences of patients, while also catering to any specific dietary needs
- Managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining stock rotation to minimise waste
- Leading and supervising kitchen volunteers to ensure efficient workflow and high standards of food preparation and presentation.
Ideally you will have proven experience in a similar role within a healthcare or hospitality setting, leadership skills, attention to detail, and a passion for providing high-quality food services. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in a compassionate environment, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity at Te Omanga Hospice.
Applications close on 28 August.
