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Posted 09 June, 2026

Cook - Permanent Part Time - Arvida The Wood

Arvida
Nelson,Nelson Region,New Zealand,7010 Full Time
Reference: 74_685452_6000000001138278

Company Description

Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida

At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive.

We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.

Job Description

Mo te turanga | About the opportunity

Our Cook plays a vital role in the wellbeing of our residents by providing high-quality, safe, and appetising meals that meet our resident's individual nutrition needs.

Duties are varied, active, and stimulating with lots of personal interaction. You will ensure the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen service, maintain compliance with our Food Control Plan, and collaborate with others in the kitchen team to deliver a first-class and nutritious experience for our residents.

Our Attitude of Living Well approach is an important philosophy at Arvida, and you will work alongside other team members across the organisation to practice and promote 'Eating Well', and taking steps to meet our internal gold standard.

Qualifications

To tatou kaitono pai | What you bring

  • Previous experience in a commercial kitchen and/or cafe
  • Exceptional cooking and baking skills
  • Excellent food hygiene practices and a commitment to safe working practices
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Flexibility, adaptability and able to work well under pressure with good time management.
  • Empathy towards older adults, good interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Honesty, reliability, and integrity.
  • Current NZ Food Safety Certificate
  • New Zealand Certificate in Cookery Level 3 (or prepared to complete)

Additional Information

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we offer

  • Permanent part-time role
  • Ongoing training and team benefits
  • An engaging and positive work environment
  • Rostered shifts -
    • Week 1 Monday: 1000-1400, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday 0700-1600
    • Week 2 Monday and Tuesday 0700-1600, Wednesday 1000-1400 and Sunday 0700-1600
    • There is also an opportunity to cover for planned and unplanned leave

If you have a passion for sharing your love of food and purpose-led work, we'd love to hear from you!

Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter outlining what you'll bring to the role and your fit for Arvida.

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