Prepared Produce Team Leader

Service Foods; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Foods Christchurch is seeking an experienced Team Leader to support the Prep. Produce Manager in day-to-day department operations. You will help prepare, process, and pack fresh vegetables and fruits to meet customer orders.

The role requires 1–2 years in a Team Leader position in fresh produce or related fields, and the ability to work in a cold environment. You must be physically fit for heavy lifting and be a reliable team player.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Fresh Produce industry or warehousing/processing.
• 1–2 years in a Team Leader role, preferably in Prepared Produce.
• Strong understanding of produce/foodservices industry and regulations.
• Proficient literacy and numeracy skills.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn multiple systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the Prep. Produce department and ensure quality and productivity.
• Assist the Prep. Produce Manager in overseeing daily operations.
• Lead and supervise the prep and packing teams for efficiency.
• Manage order processing to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor inventory and prevent waste or shortages.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and functioning.
• Ensure orders are fulfilled before dispatch.
• Assist in cleaning, washing, and processing produce.
• Inspect product quality before packaging.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.

Skills

Fresh Produce knowledge

Team Leader experience

Literacy & numeracy

Computer skills

Heavy lifting

Reliability & work ethic

Education

Tertiary qualification or related experience in Produce

Tools

Multiple systems

Job description

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Our Christchurch branch is looking for an experienced and hardworking Team Leader to assist the Manager with the day-to-day operations in the Prepared Produce Department. You will be part of a dynamic group that prepares, processes, and packs fresh vegetables and fruits according to customer orders.

What’s in it for you:

• Immediate start
• Permanent,Full-time role.
• Working days:Sunday to Thursday
• Working hours between8.00 a m and 5.00 pm (approx.)

Responsibilities include:

As the Team Leader, you are responsible for assisting the Prep. Produce Manager in leading, overseeing and managing all operational aspects of the department.

• Supervise daily activities of the Prep. Produce department, including quality assurance, inventory control, and floor productivity.
• Assist the Prep. Produce Manager in overseeing daily operations.
• Lead and supervise the Prep. & packing teams to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Assist in managing order processing to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage stock to prevent wastage or shortages.
• Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Ensure customer orders are fulfilled before dispatch.
• Assist the team in cleaning, washing, and processing fresh produce.
• Monitor product quality before packaging by closely inspecting.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, quality and health regulations and industry standards.

What you need:

Our ideal candidates will be someone with relevantexperience in the Fresh Produce industry or warehousing/processing roles. You must be able towork in a cold environment . You would bephysically fit and strong as some heavy lifting is involved. You should be friendly and a people's person.

• Tertiary qualification or relevant experience in Produce or related field .
• Around 1-2 years of experience in a Team Leader role, preferably in Prepared Produce.
• Strong understanding of produce/ foodservices industry, including product knowledge, processing techniques and regulations.
• Proficient in literacy and numeracy skills.
• Strong computer skills, and ability to learn and work with multiple systems.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Be hardworking and reliable and must possess good work ethics.
• Be flexible with hours and an excellent team player.
• Able to lift weight up to 20-25 kg.
• Have reliable transport and must be able to commit to full-time hours.

Why Join Us?

At Service Foods, we champion innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We value people who work hard, take pride in what they do, and are committed to delivering exceptional service.

We offer:

• Career development and growth opportunities
• A supportive, fast-moving work environment

Eligibility:

Applicants must have NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.

Pre-Employment Checks:

• Employment reference checks
• Ministry of Justice and ACC checks
• Drug and alcohol testing with an accredited provider