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Cook - Casual

Cook - Casual

Summerset Retirement VillagesPorirua, Wellington, New Zealand
1 day ago
Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Cook - Casual role at Summerset Retirement Villages .

This role is on a Casual - 'as and when required' basis. We are looking for a dedicated Cook to join our team at our Kenepuru Village. This is more than just a kitchen job — it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful, where every meal you prepare brings joy, comfort, and nourishment to the lives of our residents.

Responsibilities

  • Preparing and cooking production meals for our care centre as well as short order meals for the café, based on established menus and dietary needs
  • Maintaining an “audit-ready” kitchen by adhering to Summerset’s Food Control Plan
  • Working collaboratively with kitchen staff, care teams and management to deliver an exceptional dining experience

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a Cook, ideally in a healthcare or residential care setting
  • Strong knowledge of food safety standards; Certification in safe food handling (preferred)
  • Confidence to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards
  • Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including weekends and holidays as required
  • 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—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick all the requirements, and that’s okay; we value what you bring to the table and look at the whole individual. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive.

    Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team.

    Benefits

  • Weekend rates of an additional 40% on your hourly rate
  • The ability to grow your career across a variety of roles in Summerset
  • Opportunities to gain recognised culinary qualifications
  • Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance
  • Next Steps

    Applications for this role will close on 26 / 10 / 2025 . This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!

    Job details

  • Seniority level — Entry level
  • Employment type — Temporary
  • Job function — Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries — Hospitals and Health Care
  • Location mentions : Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand; Porirua, Wellington, New Zealand
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