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October 4, 2024

Summerset - Food Services

Nelson

FULL TIME


Cook

Company Description
Summerset is one of New Zealand's fastest growing companies and the third largest retirement village operator in the country. We design, build and operate retirement village's right across New Zealand. We are proud of our dynamic work environment and an equally diverse workforce.


Job Description

Summerset in the Sun - Nelson are looking for an exceptional Cook to join the team!

About the Role:
The Cook is an integral part of our culinary team, responsible for delivering delicious and nutritious meals for our residents. This role will encompass meal preparation, adherence to dietary requirements and ensuring high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Food preparation according to established menus and dietary requirements & preferences
  • Maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards including food storage, handling and cooking techniques
  • Preparing and cooking set meals to residents’ satisfaction in a timely manner
  • Building and managing rapport with direct reports with full accountability for all aspects of coaching and performance development
  • Complying with all food safety requirements and maintaining high levels of food hygiene at all times
This is a permanent, full-time role, working 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

About You:

You will be a highly motivated and skilled Cook with excellent time management skills. To be successful you will bring:

  • Proven experience as a Cook, preferably in a similar setting as such as a retirement community or healthcare facility or restaurant
  • Sound understanding of food safety regulations and commitment to maintaining a clean kitchen environment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Flexibility with work schedule, including weekends and holidays as required
  • Certification in safe food handling is preferred

Additional Information
What’s in it for you? To recognise the important work that you do for our residents, we offer:

  • Free access to our EAP services
  • Excellent benefits including supplier discounts, Southern Cross Health Essentials and more
  • Birthday leave & sick leave from Day 1
Due to NZ Immigration requirements we are obliged to consider candidates that already have the right to work in NZ for this role first. Due to this we may not be able to support a visa application for this role. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
The safety of our residents and staff is important to us. For this reason, we require all our employees to be fully vaccinated and boosted against Covid-19 before commencing work at Summerset.

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