Chef /Cook (Part - Time)

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Arvida Group Limited invites applications for a part-time Chef/Cook based in Havelock North, serving in the cafe from 8:00am to 2:30pm, with potential extra shifts in the main kitchen, to prepare quality meals that meet residents’ needs and our Food Control Plan. You’ll blend cooking with resident interaction, supporting our Eating Well approach. Key requirements are prior commercial kitchen or cafe experience, exceptional cooking and baking skills, strong food hygiene, clear communication, flexibility under pressure, empathy for older adults, integrity, and a current NZ Food Safety Certificate. To apply, submit CV and a cover letter showing how you fit Arvida values and demonstrate relevant nutrition and safety. Onsite parking and training are offered.

Company Description

Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida

At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive. 

We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.

Job Description

Mō te tūranga | About the opportunity

Our Chef/Cook plays a vital role in the wellbeing of our residents by providing high-quality, safe, and appetising meals that meet our resident’s individual nutrition needs.  

Duties are varied, active, and stimulating with lots of personal interaction. You will ensure the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen service, maintain compliance with our Food Control Plan, and collaborate with others in the kitchen team to deliver a first-class and nutritious experience for our residents.

Our Attitude of Living Well approach is an important philosophy at Arvida, and you will work alongside other team members across the organisation to practice and promote ‘Eating Well’, and taking steps to meet our internal gold standard.

This Current vacancy is predominately working in our Cafe (08.00am - 2.30pm), with potential for extra shifts in the main Kitchen.

Qualifications

cTo tatou kaitono pai | What you bring

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen and/or cafe 
• Exceptional cooking and baking skills
• Excellent food hygiene practices and a commitment to safe working practices
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Flexibility, adaptability and able to work well under pressure with good time management.
• Empathy towards older adults, good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Honesty, reliability, and integrity.
• Current NZ Food Safety Certificate.

Additional Information

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we offer 

• A very competitive market rate
• Ongoing training and team benefits
• An engaging and positive work environment
• Onsite Free Parking
• Staff discount at our Cafe

If you have a passion for sharing your love of food and purpose-led work, we’d love to hear from you!

Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter outlining what you’ll bring to the role and your fit for Arvida.