Kitchen Assistant - Casual

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Summerset is hiring a Casual Kitchen Assistant for the Warkworth village, where you’ll help keep the kitchen running day to day, assisting with basic food prep, plating, dishwashing, cleaning and stock handling to support nutritious meals for residents and visitors. This is casual, on-demand work with daytime hours and uniform provided. The ideal candidate is approachable and reliable, with hospitality experience, strong communication, good stamina, and the ability to work independently or in a team while maintaining hygiene and safety standards. To apply, tailor your CV to kitchen or hospitality tasks, show flexibility for on-demand shifts, and apply early before the close date.

Company Description

You can help bring our villages to life!  

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

Job Description

As a Kitchen Assistant for our Warkworth village, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen’s day-to-day operations. Your support will help ensure our chefs can deliver nutritious, high-quality meals to our residents and visitors. From assisting with food prep to keeping the kitchen clean and organised, you’ll make a big difference behind the scenes – and you’ll be appreciated for it.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with basic food preparation such as peeling, chopping and portioning
• Helping with plating and presentation of meals
• Operating dishwashers and ensuring all kitchenware is properly sanitised
• Keeping kitchen areas clean, organised, and compliant
• Helping to receive, unpack and store deliveries, including stock rotation

Your role will be varied and rewarding and your efforts will directly contribute to the wellbeing and enjoyment of our residents and their families.

This is a casual role, working on and as when needed basis.

Qualifications

You’re approachable, reliable, and a team player with a strong work ethic and a genuine desire to contribute to a high-performing kitchen. You’ll also bring:

• Previous work experience ideally within hospitality
• A friendly, can-do attitude and great communication skills
• Good physical stamina
• The ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.

Additional Information

We are proud to show our appreciation for the passion and commitment our people show every day, by offering a selection of employee benefits:

Our benefits include:

• Day time hours (other than occasional events)
• Uniform provided

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on INSERT DATE. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!