Catering & Laundry Instructor – Build Skills & Rehab

Department of Corrections NZ; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym facilities

Free parking onsite

Job summary

Department of Corrections NZ invites applications for a Catering and Laundry Instructor at Mt Eden Corrections Facility. You will supervise and train men in a professional kitchen, enabling NZQA qualifications and promoting good work habits to aid rehabilitation.

The role also supports laundry operations and requires on-site and residential training with rosters of 80 hours per fortnight. Ideal candidates have pro catering experience, relevant trade qualifications, strong health and safety

Qualifications

• Proven catering industry experience at a professional level.
• London City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience in a Kaupapa Maori or Pasifika environment preferred.
• Strong health and safety practices.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and develop staff in a challenging team.
• Full NZ driver licence and right to work in NZ for at least 18 months.
• Pass pre-employment checks (medical, fitness, drug test, etc.).
• Experience as an Adult Educator or NZQA Assessor (4098) is an advantage; First Aid certificate beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and practical training in a commercial kitchen.
• Oversee general meal preparation and delivery and corporate catering.
• Support the Laundry operation when needed as part of Internal Services.
• Participate in on-site training at Mt Eden Corrections Facility and residential training at the National Learning Centre.
• Work on a rostered shift basis; 80 hours per fortnight with possible overtime.

Skills

Catering industry experience

Leadership & communication

H&S practices

Motivate and develop people

NZ Driver Licence

Ability to pass pre-employment checks

Adult Educator / NZQA Assessor (4098)

First Aid Certificate

Education

London City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent trade qualifications

First Aid Certificate

NZQA Assessor (4098)

Job description

Department of Corrections NZ invites applications for a Catering and Laundry Instructor at Mt Eden Corrections Facility. You will supervise and train men in a professional kitchen, enabling NZQA qualifications and promoting good work habits to aid rehabilitation.

The role also supports laundry operations and requires on-site and residential training with rosters of 80 hours per fortnight. Ideal candidates have pro catering experience, relevant trade qualifications, strong health and safety