Aged Care Kitchen Lead — Flexible 32h Week

Presbyterian Support Central; New Plymouth; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Presbyterian Support Central’s Chalmers Home in New Plymouth invites applications for a Food Services Team Leader. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, lead the kitchen team, and ensure meals meet the dietary needs of our Elders with high standards of hygiene.

This 4-month fixed-term role is 32 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 9:30am–6pm, offering a balanced schedule within a supportive, not-for-profit workplace that values empathy, compassion and respectful care.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in kitchen or hospitality environments.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and hygienic standards.
• Ability to tailor meals for dietary requirements.
• Willingness to work flexible events and celebrations within the Home.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily preparation and cooking of meals.
• Coordinate Weekend Cook and Kitchen Hands.
• Provide leadership to the kitchen team for smooth operation.
• Respond to catering needs of the day to support residents.
• Ensure meals meet quality standards and dietary needs in a hygienic kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Flexible scheduling

Education

Hospitality certificate level 4

Job description

Presbyterian Support Central’s Chalmers Home in New Plymouth invites applications for a Food Services Team Leader. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, lead the kitchen team, and ensure meals meet the dietary needs of our Elders with high standards of hygiene.

This 4-month fixed-term role is 32 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 9:30am–6pm, offering a balanced schedule within a supportive, not-for-profit workplace that values empathy, compassion and respectful care.