Dentist Jobs in Christchurch, New Zealand. High-specification purpose-built clinic, full books, high earnings. ZEST Dental Recruitment working in partnership with an established private dental practice is seeking to recruit a Dentist.
Private / Independent Dental Practice
Dentist
Christchurch, New Zealand
High-specification purpose-built clinic
Full books, high earnings
Immigration Accredited Employer / Visa Approved
Reference: DW6645
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced general dentist to join a well-established and modern practice in the heart of Christchurch. With a steady flow of new patients and a supportive, professional environment, this is the perfect role for a motivated dentist looking to build a successful and rewarding career.
About the Practice and the Role:
The practice is a well-established 5-surgery facility located in a central, easily accessible area of Christchurch.
Dentists at the practice benefit from guaranteed full books, with hundreds of new patients joining the practice each month.
The premises are purpose-built, offering a modern, comfortable working environment, equipped with OPG and digital X-rays.
The practice has a low staff turnover, ensuring a stable and collaborative team culture.
Working hours are typically Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, though flexibility is available for the right candidate.
There are also opportunities to work late nights and weekends if preferred.
Remuneration is set at a competitive 45% commission-based structure.
About the Ideal Candidate:
The practice is looking for a dentist with the following qualities:
At least 3 years of clinical experience in a similar general dentistry role.
Strong interpersonal skills, with an excellent patient manner and the ability to build rapport with patients.
A track record of being a consistent performer, demonstrating reliable clinical outcomes and steady invoicing.
Experience with root canal therapy is advantageous.
Any specialist interests in areas such as Endodontics, Oral Surgery, or Periodontics would be beneficial.
A positive, professional attitude with a proactive approach to supporting and promoting the practice's values and philosophy.
Strong time management skills to ensure a smooth and efficient daily schedule.
Proficient communication skills, both with patients and colleagues, to foster teamwork and collaboration.
Experience using Microsoft Office and Practice Management Software (PMS).
The ideal candidate will be looking for a medium to long-term role, where they can grow professionally and contribute to the ongoing success of the practice.
Relocate to Christchurch!
Christchurch, the largest city on New Zealand’s South Island, offers a vibrant lifestyle and a welcoming community. Known as the "Garden City" for its lush parks and green spaces, Christchurch blends modern amenities with easy access to outdoor adventures, from hiking and cycling to skiing in nearby mountain ranges. The city boasts a thriving arts scene, an affordable cost of living, and a high standard of education and healthcare, making it a perfect destination for professionals looking to relocate and establish a rewarding career. Whether enjoying the city’s diverse restaurants and cafes or exploring the natural beauty of the surrounding region, Christchurch offers the ideal balance of professional opportunities and quality of life.
For a motivated dentist looking to thrive in a supportive and growing practice, this is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in their career.
Successful candidates will be DCNZ registered or have qualified from New Zealand, Australia, the UK, or Ireland. If you are not already DCNZ registered, or not qualified from one of the above countries, please check with DCNZ to check your eligibility. For further information regarding this position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental.
Zest Dental has been helping dentists and dental practices in New Zealand, Australia, the UK, and throughout the World to find their perfect job match since 2006.
Contact: Darran WalentaEmail: Telephone: UK: +44 114 238 1729 | AU: +61 730 534 271....Read more...
At Bupa Dental Care, you’ll join a dedicated and caring team, delivering excellent patient care while working towards your Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification with Tempdent. This apprenticeship offers real responsibility and strong career prospects with Bupa.
Your role may include:
Assisting Bupa clinicians chairside
Preparing Bupa surgery rooms and materials
Managing infection control and sterilisation to Bupa standards
Accurately recording patient information
Following Bupa’s policies, procedures, and clinical protocols
Training:Provided by Tempdent:
Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship
Functional Skills (if applicable)
Flexible online delivery model
Quarterly start dates throughout the year
Induction and regular progress supportTraining Outcome:At Bupa Dental Care, your career can grow in many directions. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Nurse, Lead Nurse or Practice Manager. With further Bupa-supported training, you could develop into a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist, supporting patient care with preventative and routine treatments. You could also specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working with dentists to help improve the appearance and alignment of patients’ teeth. Bupa offers clear career pathways, ongoing professional development, and support to help you reach your goals in dentistry.Employer Description:At Bupa Dental Care our people are at the heart of everything we do – and we do this because we care. We have created environments where people can look forward to coming to work, feel empowered, and benefit from working collaboratively with industry experts to help us achieve our aim, which is - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.Working Hours :Monday8:30am - 5:00pmTuesday8:30am - 5:00pmWednesday8:30am - 5:00pmThursday8:30am - 5:00pmFriday8:30am - 4:00pm.Skills: Administrative Skills,Analytical Skills,Attention to Detail,Customer Care Skills,Initative,IT Skills,Logical,Non judgemental,Number Skills,Organisational Skills,Patience,Physical Fitness,Presentation Skills,Problem Solving Skills,Teamworking,Communication Skills....Read more...
Responsible for greeting and serving guests promptly, recommending menu items, taking orders, and handling payments while maintaining high service standards. Ensures tables and bar areas are clean, monitors stock levels and expiry dates, and prepares drinks efficiently. Handles customer queries and complaints professionally, follows health and safety procedures, attends required training, and complies with all company policies and handbook guidelines.
Duties Include:
Greet and seat customers promptly (3-second rule). Present the cocktail menu followed by the food menu, and follow STS (Standard Table Service provided by the management.
Recommend food and drink choices, take orders, upsell dishes, and manage tables using a table management system.
Serve and explain quality food and drinks. Address customer queries and handle complaints professionally.
Deliver the bill and process payments. Clear and re-lay tables as needed.
Maintain cleanliness and compliance with standards at tables and in the bar area. Ensure the bar area is kept clean at all times.
Maintain and update the Trail, monitor and record temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, and stocked items.
Sort and store stocked items properly and monitor expiration dates to prevent wastage.
Dispense and service drinks efficiently, communicate services and facilities to customers, and handle customer complaints in a professional manner.
Ensure safety by following health and safety guidelines, reporting incidents, and keeping fire routes clear. Ensure fire doors are closed.
Attending all required training and fire drills as notified by management.
Comply with company policies regarding fire, health & safety, hygiene, food hygiene, customer care, and security.
Read, understand, and comply with responsibilities in the Staff Handbook.
At Coconut Tree, you will be working towards Food and Beverage Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2, over the duration of 15 months, alongside your daily roles and responsibilities.
Things to consider:
We prefer candidates who are based in the same city or are able to travel reliably to and from the restaurant.
Previous experience in a similar role is preferred. But not mandatory as we value potential, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn with the right attitude.
Will be required to work during the weekends and evenings.
Training:Food and Beverage Team Member Apprenticeship L2, including Functional Skills in maths and English.Training Outcome:Yes. We're passionate about developing our team, and anyone who performs well will have the opportunity to grow with us and progress to the next level in the kitchen. From learning new skills to taking on more responsibility, we offer clear pathways for career development within our fast-growing restaurant group.Employer Description:The Coconut Tree is a restaurant group offering a uniquely Sri Lankan dining experience, serving delicious small plates and Cocktails in a relaxed 'island vibe' setting. The group currently has eight restaurants in various locations in the South, namely: Cheltenham, Bristol x 2, Bath, Oxford, Reading, Bournemouth and London.Working Hours :30 hours per week, on a shift pattern basis, weekends are a must. Exact shift patterns to be confirmed.Skills: Team Working,Organisation Skills....Read more...
Responsible for greeting and serving guests promptly, recommending menu items, taking orders, and handling payments while maintaining high service standards. Ensures tables and bar areas are clean, monitors stock levels and expiry dates, and prepares drinks efficiently. Handles customer queries and complaints professionally, follows health and safety procedures, attends required training, and complies with all company policies and handbook guidelines.
Duties include:
Greet and seat customers promptly (3-second rule). Present the cocktail menu followed by the food menu and follow STS (Standard Table Service provide by the management)
Recommend food and drink choices, take orders, upsell dishes, and manage tables using a table management system
Serve and explain quality food and drinks. Address customer queries and handle complaints professionally
Deliver the bill and process payments. Clear and re-lay tables as needed
Maintain cleanliness and compliance with standards at tables and in the bar area. Ensure the bar area is kept clean at all times
Maintain and update the Trail, monitor and record temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, and stocked items
Sort and store stocked items properly and monitor expiration dates to prevent wastage
Dispense and service drinks efficiently, communicate services and facilities to customers, and handle customer complaints in a professional manner
Ensure safety by following health and safety guidelines, reporting incidents, and keeping fire routes clear. Ensure fire doors are closed
Attending all required training and fire drills as notified by management
Comply with company policies regarding fire, health & safety, hygiene, food hygiene, customer care, and security
Read, understand, and comply with responsibilities in the Staff Handbook
At Coconut Tree, you will be working towards Food and Beverage Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2, over the duration of 15 months alongside your daily roles and responsibilities.
Things to consider:
We prefer candidates who are based in the same city or are able to travel reliably to and from the restaurant
Previous experience in a similar role is preferred. But not mandatory as we value potential, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn with the right attitude
Will required to work during the weekends and evenings
Training:Food and Beverage Team Member Level 2.Training Outcome:Yes. We’re passionate about developing our team, and anyone who performs well will have the opportunity to grow with us and progress to the next levels in the kitchen. From learning new skills to taking on more responsibility, we offer clear pathways for career development within our fast-growing restaurant group.Employer Description:The Coconut Tree is a restaurant group offering a uniquely Sri Lankan dining experience, serving delicious small plates and Cocktails in a relaxed ‘island vibe’ setting. The group currently has eight restaurants in various locations in the South, namely: Cheltenham, Bristol x 2, Bath, Oxford, Reading, Bournemouth and London.Working Hours :30 hours per week, on a shift pattern basis, weekends are a must. Exact shift patterns to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working....Read more...
The role involves preparing food, keeping the kitchen clean and safe, organising stock, following recipes accurately, maintaining food safety records, minimising waste, and supporting company standards. It also includes supervising and training junior staff, working with front-of-house when needed, and carrying out any other reasonable kitchen duties.
Duties Include:
Perform various kitchen tasks, including cleaning, washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, cooking, and disposing of rubbish correctly
Assisting with the unloading of delivered food supplies and organising the stockroom
Keep food preparation areas clean and use and regularly clean kitchen equipment, floors, and tools
Follow recipes accurately, ensuring consistent flavour and presentation, and pay special attention to the Superior’s instructions when catering to special dietary requirements
Monitor and record temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, and food items to ensure compliance with food safety regulations
Maintain and update the kitchen diary and trail
Always work to minimise wastage and prevent cross-contamination
Follow the Company Code of Conduct, employment handbook guidelines, and company values
Train Junior Staff when necessary and participate in training courses to learn safety protocols in the kitchen
Carry out any other reasonable duties within the overall function of the job
Actively engage with front-of-house staff to address customer feedback and enhance collaboration
Lead and supervise Junior Staff in the kitchen
Check safety and first aid and enforce safety protocols in the kitchen
At Coconut Tree, you will be working towards Production Chef Apprenticeship Level 2, over the duration of 15 months alongside your daily roles and responsibilities.
Things to consider:
We prefer candidates who are based in the same city or are able to travel reliably to and from the restaurant
Previous experience in a similar role is preferred. But not mandatory as we value potential, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn with the right attitude
Will required to work during the weekends and evenings
Training Outcome:
We’re passionate about developing our team, and anyone who performs well will have the opportunity to grow with us and progress to the next levels in the kitchen
From learning new skills to taking on more responsibility, we offer clear pathways for career development within our fast-growing restaurant group
Employer Description:The Coconut Tree is a restaurant group offering a uniquely Sri Lankan dining experience, serving delicious small plates and Cocktails in a relaxed ‘island vibe’ setting. The group currently has eight restaurants in various locations in the South, namely: Cheltenham, Bristol x 2, Bath, Oxford, Reading, Bournemouth and London.Working Hours :On a shift pattern basis, weekends are a must. Exact shift patterns to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working....Read more...
You will be developing your interest in aviation and engineeringSupporting the aircraft engineers in order to gain an understanding of the industry as a wholeYou will assist in general duties for the day to day operation of an aircraft hangar or workshop environment, including aircraft movementProactively engage in improvements of our business, including suggesting changes to how we work, to better help your team efficiently provide quality service to our customersAnd much more!Training:Your first 12 Months will be spent developing your hand skills and knowledge of the Aviation and Aircraft Maintenance industry through a combination of classroom, practical and on the job training, including a Level 2 Hand Skills qualification. You will then progress to working towards the qualification Level 3 Aircraft Maintenance Category A, providing you the tools, skills and foundation experience you need to become a successful Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic. Successful Apprentices would then be given the opportunity to progress to the Level 3 Aircraft Maintenance Category B1/B2, which would be a further 2 years of training.Training Outcome: Successful Apprentices would be given the opportunity to progress to the Level 3 Aircraft Maintenance Category B1/B2, which would be a further 2 years of training.Employer Description:Gama Aviation is a hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage. With operations in the UK, Jersey, Europe and the Middle East, a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry.Working Hours :Mon - Fri, 40 hours per weekSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
