Cook (Parental Leave Cover)

• Cook (Parental Leave Cover)
• Holmdene, Balclutha
• Part-time, fixed-term maternity Leave Cover position 
• Small supportive team

The Role

You will be a key part of the team involved in the preparation and cooking of meals for Holmdene residents, Clutha First, and Meals on Wheels. In this role, you will provide efficient and effective food service presenting meals in an appealing and appetizing manner in accordance with the Enliven philosophy. Working in a small supportive kitchen team providing a high standard of meals to residents in care homes and the community. 

Hours: This is a fixed-term position covering parental leave for up to 8 months. Orientation is expected to begin in mid-November 2025, with the parental leave cover commencing in January 2026 and continuing through to early August 2026 (exact end date to be confirmed).
Specific hours of work are outlined below.

• Week one: Thursday, Friday 1030-1830hrs, Saturday & Sunday 0600-1330hrs & 1430-1830hrs
• Week two: Thursday & Friday 1030-1830hrs 

About You 

The ideal applicant will:

• Good organizational skills
• Reliable, efficient, and hardworking
• Show initiative and flair with cooking
• Experience in cooking in a commercial environment 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
• Personal growth and career development opportunities
• Significant on-the-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 6 care homes across Otago and we provide many other community-based social support programmes. 

An integral part of the Balclutha community, Holmdene is home to 35 residents supported at hospital and rest home level care. Our 3-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 Holmdene - To apply click "Apply Now". 

For further information contact Manager of Holmdene on 03 418 1468  

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 recruitment@psotago.org.nz 

Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.