Kitchen Hand

Kitchen Hand | Pacific Lakes Village | Pāpāmoa

Pacific Lakes Village is a welcoming retirement community where great food, friendly service and a strong sense of community are an important part of village life.

At the heart of the Village is the Pavilion, our newly built community and hospitality hub, which provides a beautiful, modern setting for residents to come together, dine and socialise. This is where you’ll be based, working as part of our Food & Beverage team in a fresh, contemporary kitchen environment.

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and positive Kitchen Hand to join our hospitality team in a full-time permanent position, working approximately 35–40 hours per week.

This is a hands-on role supporting our chefs and wider Food & Beverage team with the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen. You’ll help with food preparation, dishes, cleaning and maintaining a safe, organised kitchen environment.

Just as importantly, we’re looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team and takes pride in creating a welcoming environment for our residents.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with basic food preparation, including washing, peeling, cutting and portioning ingredients
• Washing dishes, kitchen equipment and utensils
• Cleaning and sanitising kitchen surfaces and work areas
• Assisting with receiving and storing deliveries
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised kitchen
• Following food safety, hygiene and Health & Safety requirements
• Supporting our chefs and wider hospitality team as required

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, punctual and has a great work ethic
• Enjoys working as part of a busy and supportive team
• Has strong attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
• Is friendly, professional and respectful when interacting with residents and colleagues
• Can work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Is flexible to work across a roster that may include weekends, evenings and public holidays
• Has previous kitchen experience, although this is preferred rather than essential

What we offer:

• A full-time permanent role of approximately 35–40 hours per week
• The opportunity to work in the newly built Pavilion
• A modern and welcoming kitchen and hospitality environment
• A friendly and supportive team
• A varied role within a busy village hospitality operation
• The opportunity to be part of a workplace where the work you do genuinely contributes to residents’ everyday experience

Pacific Lakes Village is part of the Generus Living Group Collection, a privately owned New Zealand company specialising in premium retirement village living.

If you’re dependable, practical and happy to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in, we’d love to hear from you.