Job vacancies
Come and join our team and help provide a welcoming home for older people, where they can live independently. Housekeeper vacancies at our Abbeyfield houses are listed here.
How our houses operate
Abbeyfield is a not-for-profit organisation which provides affordable, family-style housing for the over-65s.
We have 15 Abbeyfield houses throughout New Zealand, each catering for 11-14 residents. Each resident has a studio with ensuite, which he or she cleans and looks after. Residents share the communal areas such as the kitchen, dining room, lounge and laundry.
Residents enjoy the support and companionship that develops from living with others. They are encouraged to take part in discussions and decisions on aspects of the day-to-day running of the house.
Roles at our houses
Each Abbeyfield house has a housekeeper, who takes care of the household shopping and provides two cooked meals a day (lunch and dinner). The housekeeper also keeps the communal areas of the house clean and tidy, and ensures the household runs smoothly. A relief housekeeper or housekeepers provide weekend meals and support.
Some housekeepers choose to live on site, in self-contained accommodation provided by their local Abbeyfield Society. The local Society also provides meals while the housekeeper is on duty – it is desirable for the housekeeper to have their meals with the residents while on duty.
Current vacancies
Full-time housekeeper, Abbeyfield Dunedin
Abbeyfield Dunedin provides affordable supported accommodation for nine independent older people at our house in Wakari, Dunedin.
The housekeeper/cook takes care of the household shopping, meals, the common areas of the house and keeps a general overview of the harmonious working of the house. Abbeyfield is a registered New Zealand charity. Abbeyfield does not provide health care services for its residents.
The successful applicant will be a capable cook with an understanding of good nutrition and will have a real heart for older people. They will work closely with the volunteer management committee to support a family-style household.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing nutritious, appetising meals for residents (two prepared meals a day and the supplies for self-service breakfast)
- Planning, ordering and shopping for all supplies, working to a budget
- Implementation of the house Food Control Plan
- Ensuring common areas are clean and tidy
- Helping ensure the harmonious running of the house and dealing with day to day issues that may arise, with the support of committee members.
A Food Safety Certificate is an advantage, and a current clean driver licence and access to a car is required.
The role is for either 4 or 5 days per week and could be a job share position. Two meals a day are included, generally eaten with the residents.
If you are looking for rewarding work making a difference to the lives of older people, we’d love to hear from you. Send your current CV and cover letter introducing yourself and describing what you would bring to this role, to [email protected] by 7 July. Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Full-time housekeeper, Abbeyfield Katikati
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people? Do you enjoy preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals and fostering a warm environment? We are looking for a Head Housekeeper to join our supportive and friendly team at Abbeyfield Katikati House, where we provide affordable accommodation for independent older people.
As Head Housekeeper you will play a key role in creating a welcoming atmosphere by preparing delicious meals for our residents and maintaining a harmonious household. You will work 5 days a week in conjunction with our Part-Time Housekeeper. Your work will directly contribute to the well-being and comfort of our residents, providing them with a safe and nurturing environment.
What we’re looking for:
- An experienced cook who is passionate about preparing meals for older people and has a flair for nutritious, appetizing cooking.
- A cheerful, flexible attitude with a strong sense of empathy for older people and an understanding of their needs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to work within a budget.
- A Food Safety Certificate is an advantage and experience in meal requirements for older people required.
You need to be eligible to work in NZ. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a police check.
Start date would be negotiable around the opening of the house, expected to be in October.
If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a positive impact on the lives of others, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please send your current CV and cover letter, introducing yourself and explaining what you would bring to this role, to:
Carole Parker, house manager Abbeyfield Katikati [email protected] by Monday 21 July 2025.
Part-time Housekeeper, Abbeyfield Katikati
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people? Do you enjoy preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals and fostering a warm environment?
We are looking for a Part-Time Housekeeper to join our supportive and friendly team at Abbeyfield Katikati House, where we provide affordable accommodation for independent older people.
As Part-Time Housekeeper, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming atmosphere by preparing delicious meals for our residents and maintaining a harmonious household. You will work 2 days per week – the days to be negotiated and could include weekend work – in conjunction with our Full-time Housekeeper. At times you may be required to cover holidays and/or sickness. Your work will directly contribute to the well-being and comfort of our residents, providing them with a safe and nurturing environment.
What we’re looking for:
- An experienced cook who is passionate about preparing meals for older people and has a flair for nutritious, appetizing cooking.
- A cheerful, flexible attitude with a strong sense of empathy for older people and an understanding of their needs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- A Food Safety Certificate is an advantage and experience in meal requirements for older people required.
Start date would be negotiable around the opening of the house, expected to be in early October. You need to be eligible to work in NZ. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a police check.
If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a positive impact on the lives of others, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please send your current CV and cover letter, introducing yourself and explaining what you would bring to this role, to:
Carole Parker. House Manager, [email protected] by 24 July 2025.