Chef - Southern Cross Hospital Christchurch

• Join a great team where everyone is treated like family.
• Excellent learning, development and career-progression opportunities across Compass that are varied and exciting!

**He angitutanga / The Opportunity**We are looking for an energetic and passionate **Chef** to join our Medirest team at **Southern Cross Hospital Christchurch** on a **full-time, permanent basis**.

**Roster:** *Weekdays – Monday to Friday, 11:30 – 20:00*

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Cooking, baking, preparing and serving high-quality meals that meet dietitian specifications
• Ensuring every dish served meets our high standards of taste, presentation and nutrition
• Maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised kitchen
• Providing friendly, helpful and professional service to patients, clients and colleagues

**He korero mou / About You**If you're our ideal candidate:

• You are hardworking, professionally presented and have a friendly, positive, “can-do” attitude
• You bring **at least 2 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen**, with strong skills in high-quality food production and baking
• You’ve worked with bulk cooking and understand the requirements of a hospital or healthcare environment
• You ideally hold **Food Safety Certificates (Unit Standards 167 & 168)**
• You can work confidently and independently while maintaining high standards
• Most importantly, you have a genuine passion for great food, quality, and exceptional service
• **Nga painga / Benefits & PerksCompetitive remuneration (top of market hourly rate!)**
• Training and Development Programmes
• Career Development Opportunities
• Discounts on medical insurance, banking, hotels, retail, insurance and more
• Rewards and recognition
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

**Mo matou / About Us**We are New Zealand’s leading and largest provider of food and support services across multiple industries, delivered through our trusted brands: Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest and ESS.

**Medirest** is our specialist healthcare brand, providing food and hospitality services across hospitals, aged care and senior living facilities nationwide.

We take pride in turning ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our people breathe life into our values — **RESPECT, GROWTH and TEAMWORK** — and make great things happen every day.

We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all. When you join Compass Group, you join a whanau that supports your growth, celebrates you and helps you build a rewarding career.

Please note: A full security clearance and police vet are required. Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity — **Click ‘Apply’ Now!**For recruitment queries, please contact the Compass Group Recruitment Team at **recruitment@compass-group.co.nz**

**Great People, Real Opportunities**