Kitchen Assistant - Part time

Summerset; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Day time hours (other than occasional)

Ongoing training and careerDevelopment

Paid day off for your birthday

Uniform provided

Job summary

Summerset Dunedin Village is seeking a friendly Kitchen Assistant to join our team on Saturdays and Sundays 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. You’ll help our chefs deliver nutritious, high-quality meals and keep the kitchen running smoothly, clean and well-organised.

You’ll bring a can-do attitude, reliable work ethic and good communication. Previous hospitality work is preferred, and you’ll learn as part of a supportive team with ongoing training and uniform supplied.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality is preferred.
• Friendly, can-do attitude and good communication skills.
• Good physical stamina.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a 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

Team player

Reliable

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Tools

Dishwasher operation

Job description

You can help bring our villages to life!

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

Job Description

As a Kitchen Assistant for our Dunedin Villageyou’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 andportioning
• 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 part-time role and the roster is Saturday and Sunday from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm.

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

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