Summerset Retirement Villages

Expressions of Interest - Food Services Team Members at Prebbleton Village, Christchurch

Summerset Retirement Villages

Prebbleton, Canterbury, New Zealand · Full Time

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Experience
Any
Salary
Openings
1
Posted
2 days ago
Work mode
In office
Eligibility
Open to individuals with appropriate food services experience or qualifications interested in working in a retirement village environment.
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Job description

Company Overview

Join the exciting launch of Summerset Retirement Villages' brand new Prebbleton Village in Christchurch, opening a stunning new café in November. This is an exceptional chance to contribute to shaping the culture, operations, and resident dining experience from the ground up in a beautiful village setting.

Role Opportunities

We are inviting expressions of interest for various Food Services roles within our team, including:

  • Experienced chefs and cooks passionate about crafting quality meals and thriving in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Reliable kitchen assistants ready to support food preparation, service, and cleaning duties.
  • Friendly café supervisors and assistants focused on creating a warm, customer-oriented atmosphere for residents, families, and visitors.

Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications or extensive practical experience in café, barista, cookery, or chef roles, and demonstrate a strong team spirit and commitment to enhancing the lives of older adults.

Work Schedule

  • Both full-time and part-time positions are available.
  • Shifts will vary between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, with most finishing by 4:00 PM.
  • Typical schedules include at least one weekend shift as part of the roster.

Benefits and Training

  • Opportunity to be part of a pioneering team creating a welcoming dining and café environment for inaugural residents.
  • Comprehensive training provided before the café launch, with ongoing professional development support.
  • Southern Cross Health Essentials insurance coverage.
  • Birthday leave entitlement.

Application Process

We are currently accepting expressions of interest and will begin contacting potential candidates starting in September. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a recruitment event in October. Note that the village will not accept CV submissions; expressions of interest should be directed as specified.

If contributing from day one to a new village and serving our senior community excites you, we encourage you to express your interest.

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