Posted 03 August, 2026
Kitchen Assistant - Castlewood, Alexandra
Presbyterian Support Otago
Alexandra, OTA, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 978626fe28bc9cfe
Job Description
Listed 2 days Ago Enliven Ranui and Castlewood, Alexandra Permanent, Part-time The Role You will be a key part of the team involved in the preparation and cooking of meals for Ranui Residents and the community. In this role, you will be working alongside the kitchen staff to assist with general kitchen duties, washing dishes, serving food, and preparing sandwiches. Hours: This is a permanent part-time position; 7 shifts /fortnight to be worked Week 1: 3hrs/day, 0730-1030hrs on Monday & Tuesday and 4hrs/day, 0730-1130hrs on Saturday & Sunday Week 2: 3hrs/day, 0730-1030hrs on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday About You Good organizational skills Reliable, efficient, and hardworking Show initiative and flair with cooking Kitchen, catering, or experience cooking is an advantage What We Offer Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives Working with a team of passionate people On‑job training Discounts with local businesses About Us Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1906. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. We operate a highly regarded network of 7 care homes across Otago, and we provide many other community-based social support programmes. Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives. We strive for a family like environment for both residents and their loved ones. Situated in the beautiful Alexandra, Ranui is home to 48 residents who are supported at hospital, rest home, and dementia level care. Castlewood is home to 20 residents who are supported at a rest home level care. Our 4‑year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha. Join the team at Ranui/Castlewood For further information, contact the Ranui/Castlewood team on 03 448 8280. Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date. If you have difficulty applying, please email [email protected] Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr