Kitchen Hand — Fast-Paced Hotel Kitchen Support

Novotel; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation

Dining discounts

Career progression

Employee benefits & wellbeing

Job summary

Novotel & Ibis Rotorua Lakeside is seeking a reliable Kitchen Hand to join our busy kitchen team. You’ll help keep the kitchen running smoothly, wash dishes, assist with basic food prep, and support staff during breakfast, lunch and dinner services.

We offer full training, a supportive team environment, and opportunities to develop hospitality skills in a fast-paced setting at our lakeside hotel in Rotorua.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and with a strong work ethic.
• Able to work well in a team.
• Comfortable working in a busy environment.
• Positive, can-do attitude.
• Takes pride in cleanliness and presentation.
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods.
• Good attention to detail.
• Available to work across 7 days including weekends & public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes and keep the kitchen clean and organized.
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation.
• Prepare and clean kitchen equipment.
• Ensure dishes, utensils and equipment are available when needed.
• Keep kitchen areas, floors and storage areas clean.
• Assist with deliveries and stock storage.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and safety standards.
• Support kitchen team during breakfast, lunch and dinner services.
• Complete other general kitchen duties as required.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Hardworking

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Physically fit

Flexible hours

Weekend availability

Job description

Novotel & Ibis Rotorua Lakeside is seeking a reliable Kitchen Hand to join our busy kitchen team. You’ll help keep the kitchen running smoothly, wash dishes, assist with basic food prep, and support staff during breakfast, lunch and dinner services.

We offer full training, a supportive team environment, and opportunities to develop hospitality skills in a fast-paced setting at our lakeside hotel in Rotorua.