Heartwarming Kitchen Assistant - Part Time in Nelson

Heritage Lifecare; Nelson; On-site; NZD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Heritage Lifecare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Stillwater Lifecare & Village in Nelson to prepare hearty meals and support a caring kitchen environment. This part-time role (21 hours per week) includes AM shifts, with a focus on quality dining for residents and teamwork with the care staff.

You will help provide nutritious meals, accommodate individual dietary needs, and contribute to a friendly, efficient kitchen operation. Join a supportive team dedicated to resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in catering and food service, ideally in a commercial kitchen.
• Strong customer service and a friendly attitude.
• Good communication and team collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a busy kitchen.
• A positive can-do attitude and reliability on the job.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare hearty, nutritious meals for residents.
• Ensure dietary requirements and special requests are met.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards in the kitchen.
• Support team with meal service and clean-up as needed.

Skills

Catering experience

Food service

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Job description

Heritage Lifecare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Stillwater Lifecare & Village in Nelson to prepare hearty meals and support a caring kitchen environment. This part-time role (21 hours per week) includes AM shifts, with a focus on quality dining for residents and teamwork with the care staff.

You will help provide nutritious meals, accommodate individual dietary needs, and contribute to a friendly, efficient kitchen operation. Join a supportive team dedicated to resident well-being.