Village Kitchen Assistant – Casual, Training & Benefits

Summerset Retirement Villages; Katikati; On-site; NZD 2,755,000 - 3,306,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts from suppliers

Additional weekend rates

Ongoing training and career developm​

Uniform provided

Job summary

Summerset Retirement Villages in Katikati is seeking a casual Kitchen Assistant to support our village kitchen in delivering nutritious meals. You will help with food prep, plating, and keeping the kitchen clean and organised to ensure smooth daily operations for residents and visitors.

As part of a friendly team, you will assist with stocking, sanitising, and handling deliveries while maintaining high standards of service and hygiene. This casual role offers flexible hours as needed.

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

Reliable

Great communication

Job description

Summerset Retirement Villages in Katikati is seeking a casual Kitchen Assistant to support our village kitchen in delivering nutritious meals. You will help with food prep, plating, and keeping the kitchen clean and organised to ensure smooth daily operations for residents and visitors.

As part of a friendly team, you will assist with stocking, sanitising, and handling deliveries while maintaining high standards of service and hygiene. This casual role offers flexible hours as needed.