Cook

Bupa Care Services NZ Limited; Fendalton-Waimari-Harewood Community; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary uniforms

Footwear allowance

Southern Cross health insurance

Wellbeing programme

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Flu vaccinations

Refer a Friend

Job summary

Bupa Bethesda Care Home in Christchurch is seeking a casual Cook to join our team and deliver meals that support our residents’ comfort and wellbeing. You’ll work within a supportive kitchen, following food hygiene standards, planning menus, preparing meals, and assisting with events to create nourishing experiences.

We welcome a NZQA-recognised culinary qualification (or equivalent) with at least 1 year of cooking experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Cook/Chef with NZQA-recognised culinary qualification (or equivalent).
• At least 1 year of cooking experience.
• Hands-on, proactive attitude with flexibility to support all kitchen operations.
• Commitment to resident confidentiality and quality meals.

Responsibilities

• Menu planning and implementation.
• Food preparation and quality control.
• Special event catering and dietary-related needs.
• Ordering and monitoring supplies to ensure smooth kitchen operation.

Skills

Culinary qualification

Cooking experience

Proactive attitude

Resident confidentiality

Reliable transport

NZ work eligibility

Education

NZQA-recognised culinary qualification

Job description

At Bupa, purpose meets possible.

Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, innovative, and deeply personal.

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is evolving, and so are we. By investing in advanced health technologies, better systems, and exciting pipelines of modern care products, we are empowering our residents to live with greater independence and dignity. In this role you won't just manage food, you’ll help pioneer a smarter, more connected ecosystem that delivers exceptional support to our communities.

Please note that this is a Casual role, and therefore there are no guaranteed hours or fixed roster patterns. Shifts will be offered on an as-required basis, depending on operational needs.

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility.

Just imagine the impact you could make.

Thepurposeof this job

Bupa Bethesda Care Home is located in the leafy Christchurch suburb of Bishopdale. The home offers rest home, hospital, and dementia care.

As a Cook, while adhering to food Hygiene and Safety you will make an impact on:

• Menu planning and implementation
• Food preparation
• Special event catering
• Ordering and monitoring supplies

What you’ll need to make it possible

• Qualified Cook/Chef with an NZQA-recognised culinary qualification (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of cooking experience
• Hands-on, proactive attitude with the flexibility to support all aspects of kitchen operations when needed
• Dedicated to delivering high-quality meals for our aged care residents
• Ensure resident confidentiality
• Reliable transport/ ability to travel to and from the workplace consistently
• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand.

Why you’ll love it?

• Plan your life ahead outside of work with fixed rolling rosters
• Complimentary uniforms provided to make you look and feel your best at work. Annual footwear allowance
• Southern Cross health insurance membership with monthly premiums fully paid for eligible employees
• Access to Viva, Bupa's global employee wellbeing programme
• Enhanced parental leave - 12 or 24 weeks of paid gender-neutral parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits and discounts across retail, technology and more. Employee Assistance Programme when you need it most
• Regularly offered free flu vaccinations, free skin checks and initial menopause consultation
• Refer a Friend Programme

If this sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together.

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara

Brave | Māiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.