Rest Home Chef - Casual Role in Hawke's Bay

Role Overview

Join an aged care setting in Hawke's Bay as a dedicated Rest Home Chef delivering nutritious, high-standard meals to residents. This role provides meaningful engagement preparing food that meets specific dietary needs in a supportive and professional environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wages between $32 and $36, plus an 8% holiday pay addition
• Payments processed weekly
• Flexible casual shifts available
• Stable work engagements with respected aged care organizations
• Positive, collaborative team culture
• Opportunities for immediate commencement

Key Responsibilities

• Create and cook meals that cater to the nutritional and dietary requirements of rest home residents
• Adapt preparations for allergies and texture modifications as needed
• Uphold strict standards in food safety, kitchen hygiene, and cleanliness
• Keep track of food quality, inventory levels, and overall kitchen organization
• Function effectively working solo and collaboratively within kitchen teams
• Ensure consistent meal presentation with attention to the wellbeing of residents

Candidate Profile

• Proven Chef experience, ideally including aged care, healthcare, or large-scale catering environments
• Comprehensive understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations
• Knowledgeable concerning specific dietary needs and restrictions
• Dependable and well-organized with the capacity to work autonomously
• Strong communication abilities and effective team cooperation skills
• Demonstrates a caring and professional attitude focused on resident satisfaction

Additional Information

This job requires applicants to currently reside in New Zealand and hold valid New Zealand work authorization. The recruitment is managed by a leading hospitality recruitment agency in New Zealand, offering continuous personal support and competitive remuneration for candidates.