Kitchen Assistant- St Andrews, Dunedin

Presbyterian Support National; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 8,000 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Being part of a well-known charitable\

Joining a team that makes a real dif­f

Personal growth and career development

Job summary

Presbyterian Support Otago (St Andrews) in Dunedin is seeking a part-time kitchen assistant to help prepare meals for residents. You will work alongside kitchen staff to make sandwiches, wash dishes, and perform general kitchen duties in a supportive team environment.

Experience is not required as full training and support will be provided; reliability and being a team player are essential. Hours are 6 per week, with 3 hours on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Qualifications

• Be a team player.
• Be a good listener.
• Have the ability to follow instructions.
• Be reliable and trainable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and cooking of meals for St Andrews residents.
• Help with making sandwiches, dishes, and general kitchen duties.
• Work with kitchen staff to support daily operations.

Skills

Team player

Good listener

Follow instructions

Reliable

Job description

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6d ago , from Presbyterian Support National

You will be a key part of the team involved in the preparation and cooking of meals for St Andrews residents. In this role, you will be working alongside the kitchen staff to assist with making sandwiches, doing dishes, and general kitchen duties.

Hours: This is a permanent part-time position; 6 hours per week to be worked 3hrs/day, 1600-1900hrs on Wednesday and Friday.

About You

The ideal applicant will:

• Be a team player
• Be a good listener
• Have the ability to follow instructions
• Be reliable
• Experience is not required, full training and support will be given.

What we Offer

• Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation
• Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives
• Working with a team of passionate people
• Personal growth and career development opportunities
• Significant on-the-job training
• Discounts with local businesses

About Us

Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1906. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. We operate a highly regarded network of 7 care homes across Otago and we provide many other community-based social support programmes.

Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives.

Situated on a sunny site in South Dunedin, St Andrews is home to 78 residents supported at hospital, rest home and dementia level care. Our 3-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.

Join the team at St Andrews -

For further information contact Angela Ireland, Manager of St Andrews on 03 455 9881.

Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.

Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand

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