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Part TimeApplication Closes 14 Aug 2025 Bay of Plenty - Te PukeCookJoin our team at Carter House Lifecare and Village, Te Puke to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and caring environment within our Care Home and Village. Carter House Lifecare and Village is located in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty. The region has stunning scenery, picturesque parks and walkways – making it an exciting place to work and live.

Have a great pace of life, with a short commute, affordable housing in welcoming communities, and many great amenities recreational facilities and schools. Why would you want to work anywhere else?We are HeritageAt Heritage Lifecare, we provide residential aged care services and facilities throughout New Zealand to over 2,500 people. As a trusted aged care provider, our successful growth has stemmed from the ability to nurture and grow environments that feel like home – promoting inclusion, interaction and strong community values. Respecting individuals, both residents and staff, is the foundation stone on which Heritage Lifecare has been built.

About Our RoleBased at Carter House in Te PukePermanent part-time (16 hours per week)AM shiftsWe are currently seeking a Cook to join our team at Carter House Lifecare where you will be preparing delicious, nutritious, and visually pleasing meals to residents within an aged care facility. You will be working within a functioning kitchen and supported by the wider team. This is a great opportunity to showcase your cooking skills while being able to make a true difference in the lives of others. Skills & ExperienceProven experience working in a kitchen, preferably a commercial kitchen.

Excellent food hygiene skills with a current food hygiene certificate (or the ability to sit one)Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsThe ability to work as part of a team and be self-driven. What We Offer Our EmployeesThe opportunity to work within a progressive environment with an organisation that has a solid focus to ensure the delivery of respectful and caring services that is safe for residents and staff. Collaborative and inclusive working environment with approachable and supportive managementA change to enhance your skills and experience in one of New Zealand’s largest and most progressive aged care employers.

Rewarded with knowing that you have made a change in the life of someone else that has made their day better. Welcome to Heritage LifecareWe recognise the Treaty of Waitangi and its importance to Māori and how it applies to the work at Heritage Lifecare. This includes adhering to the concepts of whanaungatanga, whakapapa and manaakitanga when dealing with people to foster an environment where people can work together with ease and understanding. Our team is built on the foundation of respecting individuals, both residents and staff.

We pride ourselves on creating a ‘Better every day – everyday’ for our residents. How To ApplyPlease submit an online application by selecting the ‘Apply’ link. You will be taken to our online application platform to complete an easy online application. You will be required to upload a up to date Resume. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and progressing to interviews quickly.

We reserve the right to close advertising early if the position is filled during the advertising period. Applicant must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Following NZ Immigration requirements, we must first consider candidates that already hold the right to work in NZ for this role. Therefore, we may be unable to support a visa application for this role. CookChef. pdf