Cook The Village Palms

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Metlifecare Full time
Work in a vibrant village with a fun, friendly supportive environment

  • Opportunity to learn new skills from our talented Kitchen Manager
  • Join a rewarding industry with stability and career growth
  • Great hours so you can enjoy your work life balance

About the role

Our dedicated Kitchen team at The Village Palms Retirement Village are looking for a talented and reliable Cook to join them on a full time basis, delivering excellent service to our residents.

You will be both honest and reliable, with the ability to work as part of a supportive team.

This position is 35 hours per week working the following:

Tuesdays: 9:30am to 2:00pm

Wednesdays 9:30am to 2:00pm

Thursdays: 6:30am to 4:00pm

Fridays: 6:30am to 4:00pm

Saturdays: 6:30am to 4:00pm

Another option for you is we could accommodate someone looking for permanent part time work working Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Some of the great things you will be doing:

  • Creating hearty, quality home cooking for a restaurant environment
  • Whipping up delicious offerings
  • Coordinating the kitchen
  • 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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