Peacehaven - Casual at Presbyterian Support Southland

About the role: Join our friendly and hardworking kitchen team at Peacehaven Village, where you'll play an important part in helping provide nutritious, high-quality meals for our residents. As a Kitchen Hand, you'll support the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen by assisting with food preparation, dishwashing, cleaning, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. This is a hands‑on role that suits someone who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in keeping things running efficiently behind the scenes. The position is casual, offering flexibility and variety. Shifts may be rostered between 5:30 am and 10:00 pm, seven days a week, and you will be based at Peacehaven Village, Tweed Street. No previous kitchen experience is required; we are looking for reliable team players with a positive attitude and willingness to learn. Key Responsibilities: Washing dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment, and maintaining a tidy kitchen Preparing ingredients and assisting with meal preparation and service Working collaboratively with cooks and kitchen staff to provide an excellent dining experience for residents Contributing to a positive team culture while supporting the smooth day‑to‑day operation of the kitchen Following food safety and hygiene standards to ensure safe food handling practices What you will need to be successful: Friendly, reliable, and happy to roll up your sleeves and help wherever needed A team player who enjoys working alongside others to achieve great outcomes Passionate about providing a positive dining experience for older people Able to follow food safety and hygiene standards while maintaining a clean and organised workspace Flexible, dependable, and ready to learn new skills in a rewarding role About us: At Enliven Peacehaven Village your work has purpose. As Southland’s largest for‑purpose provider of aged care and social services, we are driven by a strong commitment to supporting our community and making a positive difference in the lives of people across the region. When you join Enliven, you become part of a values‑led Charitable Trust with a team of more than 350, passionate about making a positive difference every day. Our services are delivered through two divisions – Enliven, which supports the well‑being of older people through retirement living, residential and hospital‑level aged care, and Family Works, which provides a wide range of support services to families/whānau, children and young people throughout the region. Why you'll love working here: Opportunities for personal and professional growth A supportive environment for achieving work‑life balance and competitive wages that recognise your talents and contributions Commitment to excellence, innovation and shaping a workplace culture that values every individual A supportive team that cares about you and your family #J-18808-Ljbffr