Food Services Team – Chefs, Cooks & Café Staff for New Prebbleton Village

About the role

We are seeking enthusiastic food‑service professionals to help launch the brand‑new café at Prebbleton Village, Christchurch. Whether you are an experienced chef, cook, kitchen assistant or café supervisor, you will join the team from day one and shape the dining experience for our residents and visitors.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high‑quality meals and beverages in a busy kitchen environment.
• Support food preparation, service and cleaning duties as a kitchen assistant.
• Deliver friendly, customer‑focused service at the café, including barista duties.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in line with food‑service regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to develop routines and a welcoming atmosphere.

Required profile

• Relevant experience as a chef, cook, kitchen assistant, café supervisor or barista.
• Relevant qualifications or significant hands‑on food‑service experience.
• Team‑oriented, dependable and passionate about serving older people.
• Availability for full‑time or part‑time shifts between 7 am and 7 pm, including one weekend shift.

Required skills

• Food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Barista operation and coffee preparation.
• Knowledge of kitchen hygiene and food safety practices.

What we offer

• Opportunity to join a brand‑new team and shape the café culture.
• Full training before the opening and ongoing career support.
• Southern Cross Health Essentials insurance and birthday leave.