Kitchen Assistant - Kristin School, Albany

Compass Group New Zealand; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NZQA training

Career paths

Performance bonuses

Health & safety focus

Staff discounts

On-site parking

Uniforms provided

Gym access

Job summary

Compass Group New Zealand is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to join Kristin School in Albany. This permanent role is 32.5 hours weekly, with a 07:00–14:00 Monday to Friday shift, supporting food prep, cleaning and customer service.

You will follow food safety procedures, maintain cleanliness, and contribute to a quality catering experience. NZQA Food Handling Certification is advantageous and comprehensive training and career paths are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role or kitchen environment.
• A reliable, hardworking and flexible approach to your work.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow routine instructions.
• The ability to work effectively within a team and independently when required.
• A good level of physical fitness to safely complete the duties of the role.
• Previous experience using standard kitchen cleaning equipment would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, friendly and professional service to customers.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, plating, and vegetable and salad preparation.
• Wash and safely store pots, pans, crockery, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and maintain kitchen, dining and public areas to a high standard.
• Receive, replenish and rotate stock while following food safety and hygiene procedures.

Skills

Reliable

Hardworking

Flexible

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Food safety

Education

NZQA Food Handling Certificate

Job description

• Enjoy the stability of a permanent role working 32.5 hours per week
• Join a friendly team within a welcoming Albany school community
• Grow your hospitality career with training and recognised qualifications

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team at Kristin School in Albany.

This is a permanent role working 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:00 to 14:00 (6.5 hours including 30 mins break). You will help us deliver a quality catering experience by supporting food preparation, washing dishes, maintaining clean kitchen and dining areas, and providing friendly service to our customers.

You will play an important part in the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen while following our food safety, hygiene, health and safety procedures.

• Provide warm, friendly and professional service to customers.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, plating, and vegetable and salad preparation.
• Wash and safely store pots, pans, crockery, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and maintain kitchen, dining and public areas to a high standard.
• Receive, replenish and rotate stock while following food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Previous experience in a similar role or kitchen environment.
• A reliable, hardworking and flexible approach to your work.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow routine instructions.
• The ability to work effectively within a team and independently when required.
• A good level of physical fitness to safely complete the duties of the role.
• Previous experience using standard kitchen cleaning equipment or anNZQA Food Handling Certificate would be advantageous.
• Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth.
• Formal Career Paths: We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses.
• Health & Safety Focus: A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment, prioritizing the well-being of employees and customers.
• Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more.
• Site-Specific Benefits: Depending on the site, tailored perks such as free uniforms, on-site parking, subsidized accommodation, and access to amenities like gyms and pools are available.

Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits.

Mo matou / About us:

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.
• We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.
• Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
• Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

Successful candidates will be able to pass pre-employment checks satisfactorily.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Creating meaningful and lasting connections with every experience.