Kitchen Assistant - Part-Time

CGR Services; Auckland; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Day time hours

Ongoing training and career develoment

Paid day off for your birthday

Uniform provided

Job summary

Summerset is hiring a Kitchen Assistant for St Johns village in Auckland. This fixed, part-time role runs Thursday to Saturday from 4.00pm to 8.00pm, supporting chefs to prepare and present meals for residents and visitors.

You will assist with prep, plating, dishwashing, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen, while learning within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience ideally within hospitality.
• A friendly, can-do attitude and great communication skills.
• Good physical stamina.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a supportive 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 experience

Team player

Good communication

Physical stamina

Independent worker

Job description

Job Description

As a Kitchen Assistant for our St Johns village, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen’s day-to-day operations. Your support will help ensure our chefs can deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to our residents and visitors. From assisting with food prep to keeping the kitchen clean and organised, you’ll make a big difference behind the scenes – and you’ll be appreciated for it.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• 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

Your role will be varied and rewarding and your efforts will directly contribute to the wellbeing and enjoyment of our residents and their families.

This is a permanent part-time role working a roster of Thursday to Saturday 4.00pm to 8.00pm.

Qualifications

You’re approachable, reliable, and a team player with a strong work ethic and a genuine desire to contribute to a high-performing kitchen. You’ll also bring:

• Previous work experience ideally within hospitality
• A friendly, can-do attitude and great communication skills
• Good physical stamina
• The ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.

Additional Information

We are proud to show our appreciation for the passion and commitment our people show every day, by offering a selection of employee benefits:

Our benefits include:

• Day time hours (other than occasional events)
• Ongoing training and career development
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Uniform provided

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Thursday 3rd September. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!