Kitchen Hand

Novotel Hotels; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Discounts on stay/dining

Supportive team culture

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside is seeking a reliable Kitchen Hand to join our busy kitchen team. You will help with washing dishes, stock, and basic prep, while keeping the area clean and safe for service.

No extensive experience required, but a positive attitude, teamwork, and willingness to learn are essential. Weekend and shift work required.

Qualifications

• Some hospitality or kitchen experience is essential.
• Willingness to learn and be a team player.
• Physically able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment for service.
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
• Receive deliveries and stock away.
• Support breakfast, lunch and dinner services.
• Follow food safety and health & safety procedures.
• Be an essential part of a fast-paced kitchen team.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Team player

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Physically fit

Job description

Company Description

Want to Be the Backbone of a Busy Kitchen?

Behind every exceptional dining experience is a great team, and every great team relies on an outstanding Kitchen Hand.

At Novotel Rotorua Lakeside, we are looking for a reliable, hardworking, and motivated Kitchen Hand to join our busy kitchen team. If you enjoy staying active, take pride in keeping things organised, and want to build your career in hospitality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Job Description

What You Will Be Doing:

• Washing dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment ready for service
• Assisting chefs with basic food preparation
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment
• Receiving deliveries and putting stock away
• Supporting breakfast, lunch and dinner services
• Following food safety and health & safety procedures
• Being an essential part of a fast-paced and energetic kitchen team

Qualifications

Who We Are Looking For

You do not need years of experience, but some hospitality or kitchen experience is essential. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn. If you are dependable, hands-on, and enjoy working as part of a team, you will fit right in.

What You Will Bring

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience preferred
• Reliable, hardworking and punctual
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset
• Comfortable working in a busy environment
• Takes pride in cleanliness and presentation
• Physically fit and able to stay active throughout the shift
• Must be available to complete shift work, including weekends and public holidays

Additional Information

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• ALL Heartist discounts on accommodation, dining, and lifestyle experiences
• A supportive team culture where everyone matters
• Employee wellbeing and recognition programmes

If you were ready to bring your energy, enthusiasm, and strong work ethic to a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Join Novotel Rotorua Lakeside and be part of the team behind unforgettable guest experiences.