Chef (Fixed Term) - Dunedin Hospital

What we are looking for

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef to prepare tasty meals for hospital staff, based within the Dunedin Hospital Café. This is a full-time, fixed-term role to cover leave during the Christmas and New Year period for 5 weeks, with the possibility of extending the contract.

What will you be doing

• Preparing, cooking, and serving quality menu items for hospital staff
• Establishing and maintaining quality control
• Assisting with ordering and menu development
• Providing cover for annual and sick leave (as and when required)

Our Ideal Candidate

• Experience with Asian cuisine is a bonus
• Hardworking, reliable, with a friendly and positive attitude
• Experience working as a chef in a commercial kitchen
• Holds food safety certificates (Unit Standard 167 & 168) or willing to train
• Thrives under pressure and works well in a team
• Knowledge of temperature procedures and ability to work to timeframes
• Superior customer service skills and a passion for great food and quality
• Competitive remuneration
• Training & Development Programs
• Discounts on medical insurance, banks, hotels, insurance, and more!
• Rewards and recognition
• EAP Services

A bit about Compass Group

We are New Zealand's leading and largest provider of food and support services across multiple industries.

These industry sectors are managed by our sub brands Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS.

Medirest is our healthcare brand providing specialist food, hospitality and support services to residents and patients in hospitals, aged care and senior living facilities throughout New Zealand.

We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.

Our people are awesome — they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!

Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common — our shared values, vision, and purpose. To make our commitment unique for you, RESPECT, GROWTH and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.

We are an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please note : A full security clearance and police vet will be required if you are successful.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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