Kitchen Assistant - Casual

**Job Title: Kitchen Assistant** **Company:** Summerset **Location:** Kenepuru village **Job Description:** Summerset is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of our kitchen at the Kenepuru village. Your support will be instrumental in ensuring our chefs can provide nutritious, high-quality meals to our residents and visitors. From food preparation to maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, your contributions will be invaluable behind the scenes. **Responsibilities:** - Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, and portioning - Aid in plating and presenting meals - Operate dishwashers and maintain proper sanitization of kitchenware - Keep kitchen areas clean, organized, and compliant with regulations - Assist in receiving, unpacking, and storing deliveries, including stock rotation This role offers a varied and rewarding experience, directly impacting the wellbeing and satisfaction of our residents and their families. It is a casual position with shifts scheduled on an 'as and when required' basis. **Qualifications:** - Previous work experience in hospitality preferred - Approachable, reliable, and a team player with a strong work ethic - Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude - Good physical stamina to meet the demands of the role - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team **Additional Information:** Joining Summerset means being part of a community where your work makes a real difference, your individuality is celebrated, and your career opportunities are abundant. We value diversity and believe in fostering an environment where everyone's unique qualities can shine. **Benefits:** - Weekend rates: additional 40% of the hourly rate - Discounts from various suppliers - Ongoing training and career development opportunities **Next Steps:** Applications for this position will close on Monday, July 27th. Due to a potential high volume of applications, the role may close early. To avoid missing out, we encourage you to apply promptly.