Summerset Retirement Villages

Kitchen Assistant

Summerset Retirement Villages  •  Lower Hutt, NZ (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job 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.

As a Kitchen Assistant for our Boulcott 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.

There are 2 positions available for this role. Please specify on your application which one you are applying for.

Position 1: Sunday to Thursday 9am to 2:30pm

Position 2: Monday 12pm to 6:30pm, Friday & Saturday 1pm to 6:30pm, & Sunday 2pm to 6:30pm

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:

  • Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance
  • Day time hours (other than occasional events)
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Paid day off for your birthday
  • Uniform provided

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on 19/06/2026 This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!

Summerset Retirement Villages

About Summerset Retirement Villages

Summerset is one of New Zealand's leading retirement village operators, and more than 8,000 New Zealanders call Summerset home. Our vibrant villages focus on bringing the best of life to our residents, and we offer a continuum of care to provide peace of mind should the care needs of our residents’ change.

Our recent expansion into Australia includes two retirement villages in development and five more in the works in Victoria.

Across Australasia Summerset provides a range of living options and care services to more than 8,000 residents and employs more than 2,800 staff. Summerset has corporate offices located in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch and Melbourne.

We offer a range of careers, from development and design through to care, village and property management, and corporate functions such as finance and marketing.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Wellington, NZ
Year Founded
1997
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