Airport Catering Assistant – Growth & Weekend Availability

Compass Group New Zealand; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance discounts

Free uniforms

On-site benefits

Comprehensive training and development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group New Zealand is hiring a Catering Assistant at Air NZ Hamilton Airport to help deliver daily food service in a busy, rewarding environment. You will assist with food preparation, maintain clean dining areas, and provide friendly, professional service reflecting high standards.

This permanent part-time role guarantees 15 hours per week with weekend availability. Ideal candidates have hospitality experience and a positive attitude; NZ residency or valid NZ work visa is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar catering or hospitality role.
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and presenting food, including portioning and plating.
• Deliver warm, friendly customer service and respond to requests promptly.
• Maintain clean and tidy kitchen, dining, and public areas.
• Wash dishes and sanitise kitchen equipment.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Flexible and reliable

Physically fit

Education

NZQA Food Handling Certificate (Units 167 & 168) preferred

Job description

Compass Group New Zealand is hiring a Catering Assistant at Air NZ Hamilton Airport to help deliver daily food service in a busy, rewarding environment. You will assist with food preparation, maintain clean dining areas, and provide friendly, professional service reflecting high standards.

This permanent part-time role guarantees 15 hours per week with weekend availability. Ideal candidates have hospitality experience and a positive attitude; NZ residency or valid NZ work visa is required.