Cook St. Albans, Christchurch

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Metlifecare Full time
Be in control of your roster
- shifts that suit your lifestyle and availability

  • We have a dedicated internal casual team (MetFlex) that will look after your training and development, working schedule, work support etc.
  • Work in great kitchens under the supervision of experienced Chefs and Kitchen Managers
  • Learn while you earn
  • Ongoing casual shifts for all Villages in your area move around kitchens
  • Permanent roles available if you want to move from the casual position
  • We will develop and train you in the career path within the culinary space
  • Work in a rewarding environment supporting our residents and within great, dedicated Metlifecare teams

About the role

We're looking for a Casual Cook to join our awesome team at Merviale Retirement Village supporting with meal prep, service, cooking and any other duties within our modern Village and Care Home kitchens.

These roles are ideal if you are looking to earn want some extra money without the permanent hours or want to have a go at a different role earning while you learn This could be great for someone located or easily accessible to the area by car or public transport.

The normal working hours are 7am to 5:30pm (no late nights).

Some of the great things you will be doing:

  • Creating hearty, quality home cooking for a restaurant environment
  • Whipping up delicious offerings
  • Ensuring excellent food quality is maintained and consistent portion size and presentation are right or our residents

About you

  • Commercial kitchen experience
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Food industry qualification preferable
  • Excellent food hygiene practices and personal presentation

About us

Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 6,500 New Zealanders.

We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.

Metlifecare currently operates 35 villages located around New Zealand and employs close to 2000 staff.

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