Chef - Resthaven Kitchen

Cater Plus; Cambridge; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cater Plus is seeking a passionate Chef to join Resthaven Kitchen in Cambridge on a permanent full-time basis. This role offers 40 hours per week across Monday to Sunday, with shifts from 6am–2:30pm or 9am–5:30pm, preparing wholesome meals for approximately 135 residents across two Resthaven sites including a dementia unit.

Working with a set menu, you will monitor food quality, adapt meals for dietary needs, support kitchen staff, and maintain high standards of safety and hygiene while

Qualifications

• Previous Chef experience, preferably in aged care, healthcare or senior living.
• Strong food safety knowledge and ability to meet Food Control Plan requirements.
• Passion for nutritious, quality meals.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Reliable, flexible and a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve wholesome meals for residents.
• Monitor food quality during preparation and service.
• Adapt meals to meet dietary requirements.
• Collaborate with managers and kitchen staff.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Mentor other kitchen team members.
• Occasional sole Chef on duty.
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe and organised.

Skills

Chef experience

Food safety

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexible

Positive attitude

Job description

• Permanent Position - 40 hours per week (across Monday to Sunday)
• Shifts range from 6am - 2:30pm and 9am - 5:30pm.

Do you enjoy preparing wholesome food that makes a difference to people's day? Are you an experienced Chef who takes pride in delivering quality meals and providing excellent service?

We are looking for a passionate and reliable Chef to join our team at Resthaven Kitchen in Cambridge on a permanent full-time basis.

Our kitchen provides meals for approximately 135 residents across two Resthaven sites, supporting a range of aged care needs, including a dedicated dementia unit. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a team that delivers nutritious, high-quality meals that residents look forward to every day.

About the Role:

Working with a set menu and as part of a supportive kitchen team, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing, cooking, and serving wholesome meals
• Monitoring food quality throughout preparation and service
• Adapting meals to meet a range of dietary requirements
• Working collaboratively with managers and kitchen staff
• Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene
• Supporting and mentoring other kitchen team members
• Operating confidently as the sole Chef on duty when required
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have previous Chef experience, preferably within aged care, healthcare, or senior living environments
• Have a strong understanding of food safety and Food Control Plan requirements
• Be passionate about preparing nutritious, quality meals
• Have excellent communication and time management skills
• Be reliable, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Bring a positive, friendly, and can-do attitude to work each day

Who we are:

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.