Baker/Cafe Assistant - Part Time

• re you a friendly and experienced Baker looking for a new challenge? Linda Jones Retirement Village in Hamilton has an opportunity for you!
• Additional $2.50 per hour for all weekend hours worked
• Fun, friendly and supportive environment
• * Ongoing training and development opportunities
• About the Role
• Come and enjoy a vibrant community that’s set in suburban tranquillity beside the Waikato River
• We have an exciting position as a Baker with some Cafe Assistant duties involved  at Linda Jones Retirement Village in Hamilton.
• This is a Part timeposition working Friday and Saturday and 0530 - 1400.

In this role you will

Bake and cook a wide selection of cabinet food to delight our residents and guests

Provide an excellent food and beverage service in the cafe for residents, relatives and visitors

Work the till, manage stock, and adhere to food safety standards

Promote a welcoming and caring atmosphere at the village

Benefits of working at a Ryman Village

Ryman Team Benefits Card with discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Fun, friendly and supportive team environment

Certainty of hours through fixed rosters

Work in a beautiful, resort style village

About You

To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will have:

Experience in baking and cookery

Barista qualification and proven reliability

Ability to work independently to the highest standards

Great customer service skills

Strong empathy

Outstanding communication skills

A reliable, friendly and professional manner

Please note that, although we often welcome applications from overseas candidates, due to immigration requirements, we require applicants to have New Zealand work rights for this position

About Ryman

Ryman is a leader in retirement living and care, employing over 7,700 people in New Zealand and Australia across a wide range of areas, including nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate roles.

At Ryman, exceptional care is thoughtfully delivered every day. From meals and activities to maintenance and support, our teams work together so residents can feel confident everything is taken care of – because behind that promise is the standard we’ve always held ourselves to: it’s got to be good enough for mum and dad.

We’re in a period of real transformation, focusing on stronger commercial outcomes, smarter ways of working, and continuing to set the standard in retirement living and aged care.

At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions.

If you share those values and you're looking for a career where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.