Casual Chef — Village Café & Events

Summerset Holdings; Manukau; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Weekend penalties

Discounts from suppliers

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Summerset by the Park Village is seeking a dedicated casual Chef to join the team. You will be responsible for resident production meals, café orders, and a varied cabinet menu designed to cater to diverse diets while delivering high-quality, nourishing meals to residents.

In this role you will showcase your culinary flair by supporting café specials, operating within the Food Control Plan, and guiding fellow kitchen staff.

Qualifications

• Must hold a professional cookery qualification.
• Experience cooking in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Solid understanding of Food Safety Plans and compliance.
• Team-oriented with ability to mentor colleagues.
• Ability to cover shifts on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook set meals for residents.
• Cook short orders for cafe customers.
• Assist in creating a cafe specials menu.
• Comply with the approved Food Control Plan.
• Support kitchen team with cooking techniques.

Skills

Professional cookery qualification

Experience as Cook or Chef

Food Safety Plans

Team player

Shift coverage readiness

Education

Professional cookery qualification

Job description

Summerset by the Park Village is seeking a dedicated casual Chef to join the team. You will be responsible for resident production meals, café orders, and a varied cabinet menu designed to cater to diverse diets while delivering high-quality, nourishing meals to residents.

In this role you will showcase your culinary flair by supporting café specials, operating within the Food Control Plan, and guiding fellow kitchen staff.