Casual Cook - Claud Switzer, Kaitaia

Cater Plus; Kaitaia; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Cater Plus is seeking an experienced Casual Cook to join the team at Claud Switzer Residential Care in Kaitaia. You will join a busy kitchen, preparing wholesome, nutritious meals and helping deliver quality food in a warm, caring environment for residents.

You will work from established menus, assist with food preparation, presentation and all kitchen duties, aiming for consistently high standards. Experience in a commercial kitchen, food safety understanding, and the ability to work flexibly

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen is required.
• Ability to prepare and serve high-quality meals.
• Knowledge of food safety, dietary requirements, and allergen management.
• Organised with ability to manage priorities.
• Excellent time management and reliability.
• Team player with flexible attitude and safe kitchen practices.
• Ability to work independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking, and presentation to high standards.
• Work from established menus and support daily kitchen duties.
• Ensure meals are wholesome, nutritious, and served safely.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Job description

Are you an experienced Cook looking for flexible casual work? We are looking for a reliable and passionate Casual Cook to join the team at Claud Switzer Residential Care in Kaitaia. This role would suit someone who enjoys preparing wholesome, nutritious meals, takes pride in producing quality food, and can confidently work in a busy kitchen environment. At Claud Switzer, you'll help provide residents with enjoyable, well-balanced meals in a warm and caring environment. The site caters for 84 residents and prides itself on treating residents like family.

You will be working from established menus and assisting with food preparation, cooking, presentation, and kitchen duties to ensure a high standard of food and service is consistently delivered.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have previous experience working in a commercial kitchen.
• Be confident preparing and serving high-quality meals.
• Have an understanding of food safety, dietary requirements, and allergen management.
• Be organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Have excellent time management skills.
• Be a reliable team player with a flexible attitude.
• Be able to work safely and efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Be comfortable working independently when required.

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for great food and exceptional service and takes pride in delivering consistently delicious meals. The successful candidate will be compassionate, approachable, and able to work with respect for and in support of the home's values.

Why join Cater Plus?

Cater Plus is one of New Zealand’s leading catering companies with over 800 team members nationwide. We’re known for great food, great service, and creating workplaces where people feel supported, valued, and proud of what they do.

You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ citizen, resident, or valid work visa). Please include your current visa status and expiry date (if applicable) with your application.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake Police Vetting and a Convictions History check.