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Summerset Retirement Villages logoSummerset Retirement Villages

Kitchen Assistant - Part-Time

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Entry level

Company 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 …

Skills: Food Preparation, Plating, Sanitization, Stock Rotation, Communication Skills

Awanui Group logoAwanui Group

Medical Laboratory Technician - Histology - Hutt Valley

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

Medical Laboratory Technician - Histology Permanent, Part-time Hutt Valley, Wellington Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories …

Skills: Histology, Immunohistochemistry, Specimen Processing, Laboratory Information System (LIS), Quality Control

Ministry of Education New Zealand

Psychologist

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

$85k–$126k/yr

Mid level

Help shape the future of Education We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of ba…

Skills: Educational Psychology, Behavioral Support, Specialist Assessment, Inclusive Practices, Interpersonal Communication

Abano Healthcare Group

Oral Health Therapist / Hygienist | Lumino Queens Drive, Lower Hutt, Wellington

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Mid levelVisa sponsorship

Company Description Love prevention, patient relationships, and work–life balance? Join our team at Lumino Queens Drive in this rewarding part-time role. We are a 3-surgery family dental practice in the Heart of Lower Hu…

Skills: Preventative Care, Patient Education, Clinical Excellence, Patient-Centred Care, Oral Health Therapy

Abano Healthcare Group

Dentist | Lumino Hutt City Dental, Wellington

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

Company Description Join Our Team at Lumino Hutt City! 🌟 At Lumino The Dentists, we believe great dentistry starts with feeling supported, valued, and balanced. As New Zealand’s largest dental network (and part of Abano…

Skills: General Dentistry, Patient Care, Clinical Autonomy, Treatment Planning, Ethical Practice

Abano Healthcare Group

Locum Dentist | Hutt City Dental, Lower Hutt, Wellington

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

Company Description Lumino the Dentists is largest Dental Support Organisation, supporting over 120 practices across New Zealand. Proudly apart of Abano Healthcare, the largest trans-tasman dental support organisation. W…

Skills: General Dentistry, Emergency Dentistry, Restorative Care, Preventive Care, Treatment Planning

Abano Healthcare Group

Dentist | Lower Hutt, Wellington (Lumino Queens Drive)

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

Company Description Join Lumino Queens Drive - A Reward Dentist opportunity with strong local demand, and the lifestyle freedom that Wellingtonians value. At Lumino The Dentists, we believe great dentistry starts with fe…

Skills: General Dentistry, Patient Care, Clinical Autonomy, Ethical Practice, Patient-Centred Care

Summerset Retirement Villages logo

Kitchen Assistant - Part-Time

Summerset Retirement Villages

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand • On-site

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  • Part-time
  • Day time hours, Ongoing training and career development, Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance, Paid day off for your birthday, Uniform provided
  • Posted 4d ago
  • ~21 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Support daily kitchen operations by assisting with basic food preparation, plating, and presentation of meals. Maintain kitchen cleanliness, operate dishwashers, and manage the receiving and storage of deliveries.

Requirements

Candidates should have previous hospitality experience and a strong work ethic. Key requirements include a friendly attitude, good communication skills, and the physical stamina to work in a high-performing kitchen.

Full job description

Company 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.

Job Description

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.

The hours of work for this role are: Monday 12:00pm – 6:30pm, Friday 1:00pm – 6:30pm, Saturday 1:00pm – 6:30pm, Sunday 2:00pm – 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:

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

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on 21/07/2026. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! 

  • Employee Type: Permanent
  • Work Location: Lower Hutt
  • Related keywords

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    About Summerset Retirement Villages

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    Bringing the best of life to our residents.

    Industry
    Hospitals and Health Care
    Company size
    1,001-5,000 employees
    Founded
    1997
    Headquarters
    Wellington, Wellington
    LinkedIn followers
    19,959

    Summerset is one of New Zealand's leading retirement village operators, and more than 9,500 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 the Cranbourne North retirement village, Chirnside Park 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 9,500 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.

    Offices: 100 Willis Street, Wellington, Wellington 6011, NZ · 10 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Level 2, Auckland, AUK 1010, NZ · 79 Lichfield Street, Level 1, Christchurch, Canterbury 8011, NZ · 412 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, AU

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