Cooks Assistant

Are you looking for a rewarding role with lots of opportunity for growth? Possum Bourne Retirement Village in Pukekohe has an opportunity for you
- Varied, fast-paced and rewarding role
- Fun, friendly and supportive team environment
- Fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in the kitchen

**About Ryman Retirement Villages**

At Ryman, we believe the measure of a full life is one that gets richer with age.

Ryman has grown to become the largest retirement village operator in New Zealand. We own and operate 45 villages in New Zealand and Australia. We have 15 new villages under construction and 12 additional sites in our landbank. We employ more than 6,800 team members.

Being the developer, designer, builder, and operator means we will continue to challenge the status quo and adapt to better serve our residents and team members.

Our trailblazing spirit can be felt in every Ryman experience, so if you like the sound of this, then read on.

**About the Role**

We have an exciting opportunity to join our supportive team as a Cooks Assistant. This is a part time position working Thursday to Saturday 0830 - 1400.

In this role you will:

- Assist the Chefs to prepare nutritious, high quality food for all residents
- Assisting in the preparation and presentation of food
- Work closely with, and support your colleagues
- Be responsible for the cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen

**About You**

To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will have:

- Have or willing to gain New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (level 3)
- Proven experience in food preparation
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- A Reliable, friendly and professional manner
- Have a strong focus on food hygiene and cleanliness

**Benefits of working at a Ryman Village**
- Fun, friendly and supportive team environment
- Certainty of hours through fixed rosters
- Work in a beautiful, resort style village
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Ryman Team Benefits Card with discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers

If you are interested in working for a company with a clear purpose that are committed to safety, kindness and developing our people we would love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.