Cooks Assistant - Casual

About the Company At Ryman, we believe that a fulfilling life is one that becomes richer with age. We have grown to be the largest retirement village operator in New Zealand, currently managing 49 villages across New Zealand and Australia. Our commitment to innovation is evident as we have 14 new villages under construction and an additional 9 sites in our landbank. With a dedicated team of more than 7,600 members, we take pride in being the first healthcare company to receive the Wellbeing Tick. Our role as developers, designers, builders, and operators allows us to continuously challenge the status quo to better serve our residents and team members. About the Role We are excited to offer a casual position for a Cooks Assistant to join our supportive team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to assist our chefs in preparing nutritious and high-quality meals for our residents. Your responsibilities will include food preparation and presentation, as well as working closely with and supporting your colleagues. About You To thrive in our caring and supportive environment, we are looking for individuals who: - Have, or are willing to obtain, a New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 3) - Have proven experience in food preparation - Demonstrate a reliable, friendly, and professional demeanor - Maintain a strong focus on food hygiene and cleanliness Please note that while we welcome applications from overseas candidates, we require all applicants to have New Zealand work rights for this position due to immigration requirements. Benefits Working at a Ryman Village comes with several benefits, including: - A fun, friendly, and supportive team environment - Certainty of hours through fixed rosters - The opportunity to work in a beautiful, resort-style village - Opportunities for professional development and career progression - A Ryman Team Benefits Card, providing discounts from various suppliers and retailers At Ryman, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to be themselves. We celebrate diversity and the unique contributions of each individual, and we invite anyone interested in joining our team to apply for our available positions. If you are looking to be part of an organization that values innovation, kindness, and excellence, we would love to hear from you. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. This means that the job advertisement may close before the advertised date.