Casual Kitchen Assistant - Daytime Shifts & Fresh Prep

Summerset Holdings; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daytime hours

Ongoing training and career develop

Telus Healthcare (EAP)

Discounts to suppliers

Uniform provided

Job summary

Summerset Holdings is seeking a Casual Kitchen Assistant at our Avonhead village in Christchurch. You will help the kitchen run smoothly, assist with food prep, plating, and maintaining a clean, sanitised workspace for our residents and visitors.

You will work as part of a friendly team, supporting chefs, with shifts offered on an as-needed basis and notice periods that vary. This role contributes to the wellbeing and enjoyment of residents and their families.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience ideally within hospitality
• A friendly, can-do attitude and great communication skills
• Good physical stamina
• The ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team

Responsibilities

• Assisting with basic food preparation such as peeling, chopping and portioning
• Helping with plating and presentation of meals
• Operating dishwashers and ensuring all kitchenware is properly sanitised
• Keeping kitchen areas clean, organised, and compliant
• Helping to receive, unpack and store deliveries, including stock rotation

Skills

Hospitality experience

Communication skills

Stamina

Teamwork

Job description

Summerset Holdings is seeking a Casual Kitchen Assistant at our Avonhead village in Christchurch. You will help the kitchen run smoothly, assist with food prep, plating, and maintaining a clean, sanitised workspace for our residents and visitors.

You will work as part of a friendly team, supporting chefs, with shifts offered on an as-needed basis and notice periods that vary. This role contributes to the wellbeing and enjoyment of residents and their families.