Casual Village Kitchen Assistant – Fresh, Nutritious Meals

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day time hours

Ongoing training and career developm​

Free access to Telus Healthcare (EAP)

Discounts to a wide range of suppliers

Uniform provided

Job summary

Summerset Avonhead village in Christchurch, New Zealand, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our chefs in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to residents and visitors. You will help with basic food prep, plating, dishwashing, and keeping the kitchen clean and compliant.

This casual, as-needed role offers day-time hours with short-notice shifts. You’ll work well with a friendly team, bring a can-do attitude, and contribute to resident wellbeing while gaining training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality is preferred.
• Friendly, can-do attitude with good communication.
• Good physical stamina and ability to work independently or as part of a 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

Team player

Communication

Stamina

Independent

Job description

Summerset Avonhead village in Christchurch, New Zealand, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our chefs in delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to residents and visitors. You will help with basic food prep, plating, dishwashing, and keeping the kitchen clean and compliant.

This casual, as-needed role offers day-time hours with short-notice shifts. You’ll work well with a friendly team, bring a can-do attitude, and contribute to resident wellbeing while gaining training and development