Flexible Part-Time Chef for Aged Care - Hawke’s Bay

Oceania; Havelock North; On-site; NZD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Oceania is seeking a passionate part-time Chef/Cook to support our Hawke's Bay sites. You will prepare nutritious meals, work across villages, and help with cover during busy periods while ensuring high standards of food safety.

You will join a team that values creativity, service, and learning, with travel across sites and varied rosters. This role offers flexibility and the chance to contribute to residents' dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef or Cook with a culinary qualification or equivalent.
• Safe Food NZQA certificates or willingness to obtain them.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Flexible, team-oriented and able to work across Hawke's Bay sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, high-quality meals for residents.
• Bring creativity and pride to every dish.
• Provide excellent dining experiences and customer service.
• Support kitchen operations while maintaining food safety standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen teams across Oceania sites.
• Adapt to different environments and shifts across the Hawke's Bay region.
• Continue to learn and grow in culinary skills.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Safe Food NZQA certificates (167, 168, 20666 or 27955)

Job description

Oceania is seeking a passionate part-time Chef/Cook to support our Hawke's Bay sites. You will prepare nutritious meals, work across villages, and help with cover during busy periods while ensuring high standards of food safety.

You will join a team that values creativity, service, and learning, with travel across sites and varied rosters. This role offers flexibility and the chance to contribute to residents' dining experiences.