Aged Care Kitchen Team Leader — 32h/Week, Mon-Thu

Qjumpers; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff wellbeing activities

Work-life balance focus

Discounted healthcare cover

Employee assistance programme

Training & development

Job summary

Chalmers Home in New Plymouth is seeking a Food Services Team Leader to manage daily kitchen operations, lead the kitchen team, and ensure meals meet residents' dietary needs in a clean, well-organised space. This 32-hour-per-week fixed-term role (Mon-Thurs, 9:30am–6pm) offers a supportive team, good work-life balance, and opportunities for upskilling through paid study days and workshops.

You will coordinate the Weekend Cook and Kitchen Hands and respond to daily catering needs with empathy and

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NZQA 75/1 & 75/2, or Hospitality Level 4 certificate.
• At least 2 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in aged care.
• Knowledge and experience in food safety regulations, ensuring hygiene standards are upheld.
• Excellent leadership skills, gained in a hospitality environment.
• Experience cooking for a variety of dietary requirements including modified meals.
• Ability to work flexibly to accommodate special events and celebrations within the Home.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily meal preparation and cooking in the kitchen.
• Coordinate the Weekend Cook and Kitchen Hands.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff to ensure quality and standards.
• Respond to catering needs throughout the day.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Flexibility

Dietary accommodation

Interpersonal skills

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 or NZQA 75/1 & 75/2

Hospitality Level 4 certificate

Job description

Chalmers Home in New Plymouth is seeking a Food Services Team Leader to manage daily kitchen operations, lead the kitchen team, and ensure meals meet residents' dietary needs in a clean, well-organised space. This 32-hour-per-week fixed-term role (Mon-Thurs, 9:30am–6pm) offers a supportive team, good work-life balance, and opportunities for upskilling through paid study days and workshops.

You will coordinate the Weekend Cook and Kitchen Hands and respond to daily catering needs with empathy and