Cook

arvida
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📍 Bay of Plenty Region📍 Mount Maunganui📍 Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand📍 nzPart time

About this role

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

Mō te tūranga | About the opportunity

Make the weekend your own - our weekend Cook plays a vital role in the wellbeing of our residents by providing high-quality and appetising meals, full's our cafe cabinet with treats that meet our indepentdant resident’s expectations  

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 engaging experience for our residents.

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.

Additional Information

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we offer 

  • Minimum of 27 hours per week, working Friday, Saturday & Sunday 
  • A very competitive market rate
  • Ongoing training and team benefits
  • An engaging and positive work environment

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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Is the salary disclosed for the Cook position at arvida?
The salary for this Cook role at arvida is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Cook position at arvida located?
This Cook role at arvida is based in Bay of Plenty Region, Mount Maunganui, Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand, nz. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Cook role at arvida full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Part time position. It is posted as a Cook role at arvida.
How do I apply for the Cook position at arvida?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to arvida's official application portal hosted on smartrecruiters where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Cook job at arvida posted?
This Cook position at arvida was posted on May 25, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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