Permanent, part-time position14 hours per week - Sat/Sun AM shiftsLovely retirement village setting in South AucklandWeekend allowance applies here!
About the roleOur dedicated Kitchen team at our Longford Park Village based in Takanini are looking for a talented and reliable Cook to join them on a part time basis, delivering excellent service to our residents.
You will be experienced and reliable, with the ability to work as part of a supportive team.
There is potential to pick up extra shifts in the kitchen area to cover staff leave etc - Please ask about this possibilityShifts available are Saturday and Sunday 11am - 6.30pmKey responsibilities will include:Ensures meals are prepared to a high quality, in a timely manner, and are presented attractively, in line with the agreed menus.Undertakes all food production and preparation for the café, including cabinet foods and a la carte dining options.Ensures food preparation is compliant with agreed food cost budgetNutritional standards or dietary requirements are always actively addressed in special menu design.About youYou will appreciate how important this position is in delivering an outstanding service to our residents, so you will have empathy for the older person; excellent written and spoken English with the ability to communicate in a clear, considerate fashion; and an industrious, diligent approach to ensuring that the job is done to the highest standards.
Other things that will support your application include:Commercial kitchen experienceOutstanding customer service skillsFood industry qualification preferableExcellent food hygiene practices and personal presentationAbout usEstablished in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 6,500 New Zealanders.
We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.
Check out some of our Benefits!Paid wellness days per annum1 paid day of leave to celebrate your birthday each yearHealth and Life Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staff26 weeks of parental leave on full pay and 5 days paid leave for partners.Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 yearsEmployee assistance program (EAP)Refer a friend incentive of up to $1500*