Kitchen Hand

1 day ago

Horowhenua District, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand Presbyterian Support Central, Enliven and Family Works Full time NZ$45,000 - NZ$65,000 per year
  • Part Time
  • Application Closes 12 Dec 2025
  • Manawatu - Horowhenua
  • Food Preparation Worker

Kitchen Hand – Levin – Part Time

  • Fixed roster so you can plan around your lifestyle
  • Supportive team environment
  • Learning and development - learn whilst you work

Mō Mātou - About Us
Together, we make a lasting difference.
When you join Presbyterian Support Central (PSC), you're becoming part of something truly special, a not-for-profit organisation that's been helping people for more than 115 years.

Everything we do is about supporting people at the most vulnerable times of their lives, whether that's an older person needing care and connection, or a family working through tough times.

Our Enliven services create age-friendly communities where people are happy and thrive, regardless of their age or ability. Our homes and villages are places where older people have companionship, choice, variety, fun, meaningful activity and a sense of purpose.

Levin Home for War Veterans was first opened in 1959 for soldiers returning from war. Today, the home welcomes people from all walks of life, but a close relationship remains with the Defence Force and the other armed services. All residents at Levin Home are supported to maintain close connections with family, friends and the local community. That means the home if often a hive of activity with residents and visitors enjoying spending time together around the spacious home.

Mō te tūranga

About the role
Responsibilities
As a Kitchen hand, you will be responsible for assisting the Food Services Team Leader to prepare and serve tasty and nutritious meals for lunch and dinner. Confidence in the kitchen with meal preparation is important along with the following:

  • Prepare morning and afternoon tea, as well as daily meals
  • Clear tables when all residents have finished eating
  • Ensure meals are served at the appropriate size and temperature
  • Maintain daily food and fridge temperature checks
  • Operate within food hygiene standards and protocols
  • Be considerate of residents during mealtimes and ensure their needs are met appropriately

As there will be a requirement to carry out meal preparation, some flexibility regarding daily duties will be expected to meet the needs of the kitchen.

Hours for this role are in the afternoon 12.30pm to 8pm. There is a possibility of additional hours at times to cover leave and so flexibility and willingness to help at these times is always appreciated

Mō koe

About you
Skills
As well as a passion for the wellbeing of our elders, you will be enthusiastic but patient and well organised with great interpersonal skills. You will share our values of empathy, compassion, and respect. You will also have:

  • Experience working in a kitchen (preferred)
  • Good communication skills and have a person-centred approach
  • High standards of personal hygiene and appearance
  • If you hold a food safety/hygiene certificate, that would be great but if youdon't have one we can train you in what you need to know
  • Enjoy being able to contribute to the work of your team and how this impacts the experiences of our residents

Mo o Tatau Painga - About Our Benefits

  • As a learning organisation, you will be provided with full training and support in your role, so you orientate quickly and feel well equipped in your role.
  • Gain qualifications while you work, so you can develop your skills and career
  • Benefit from our staff well-being calendar - regular events and programmes to promote wellness for all of us
  • Being part of a values-based organisation means we care for each other; we care about what we do and how we do it
  • Be part of a supportive team environment and get job satisfaction from being of service to others
  • No evenings or late nights in our kitchen, unlike other catering or hospitality roles

Applications
Click the Apply button to start your application. For more information get in touch with Home Manager, Jo Grant on or email at

We will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications come in so Apply Now

Note: Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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