Site Manager - Terrace View, Ashburton

40 hours per week | Sunday to Thursday, 9:00am to 5:30pm Are you an experienced hospitality leader who enjoys being hands-on in the kitchen while leading a team to deliver exceptional food and service? We are looking for a Site Manager to lead our food service operation at Terrace View Rest Home in Ashburton. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be an experienced leader and hands-on chef responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving wholesome meals that are freshly produced every day, while also overseeing the day-to-day management of the kitchen operation. Most importantly, you’ll play a key role in creating a positive dining experience that brings a smile to our client's residents. This role sets the tone for the entire kitchen operation, so a positive attitude, strong leadership skills, and the ability to motivate and support your team are essential. Key Responsibilities Prepare, cook, and serve wholesome, nutritious meals, including texture-modified and special dietary meals. Lead and support kitchen team members to deliver a high-quality food service. Monitor food quality throughout all stages of preparation and presentation. Adapt menus to meet a variety of dietary requirements and resident needs. Manage food and labour costs in line with budgets. Order food and kitchen supplies and manage stock control. Liaise with management and kitchen staff regarding food service requirements. Coach and support team members on food preparation techniques and kitchen procedures. Ensure compliance with New Zealand Food Safety and Food Control Plan requirements. Maintain a clean, safe, organised, and hazard-free kitchen environment. Build positive relationships with residents, clients, and the wider team. About You To be successful in this role, you will: Have previous experience in a leadership role within a commercial kitchen or food service environment. Be a passionate chef who takes pride in consistently delivering delicious, high-quality meals. Have excellent communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude. Be confident leading, motivating, and developing a team. Have sound knowledge of food safety, dietary requirements, and kitchen operations. Be well organised with excellent time management skills. Have moderate computer literacy and administrative skills. Enjoy creating a positive experience for residents through great food and service. Who we are Cater Plus is one of New Zealand’s leading catering companies with over 780 team members nationwide. We’re known for great food, great service, and creating workplaces where people feel supported, valued, and proud of what they do. You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ citizen, resident, or valid work visa). Please include your current visa status and expiry date (if applicable) with your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr