Prison Kitchen & Laundry Instructor — Mentor & Train

Department of Corrections NZ; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym facilities

Free parking onsite

Job summary

Department of Corrections NZ (Ara Poutama Aotearoa) in Wellington seeks a Catering/Laundry Instructor at Rimutaka Prison to mentor and train men in a commercial kitchen, delivering hands-on coaching and helping them gain NZQA qualifications.

You will lead meal prep, corporate catering, and oversee laundry tasks on occasion, with on-site and in-house training, an 80-hour fortnight roster, and a strong commitment to safety, inclusion and rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• A proven passion & practical experience in the catering industry at a professional level.
• London City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 or equivalent trade qualifications.
• Experience in a Kaupapa Māori or Pasifika environment, and/or willingness to learn cultural expectations.
• Outstanding H&S practices.
• Exceptional people leadership & communication skills.
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand for at least 18 months.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks (medical, fitness, drug test, etc).
• Experience as an Adult Educator or NZQA Assessor (4098) is an advantage; First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and practical training in a commercial kitchen.
• Oversee general meal preparation and delivery, including corporate catering.
• Support men to achieve NZQA qualifications and develop good working habits.
• Assist Laundry operations as needed within Internal Services Team.
• On-site and in-house training; focus on custodial elements; rostered shifts of 80 hours per fortnight.
• Support pre-employment checks and compliance.

Skills

Catering industry experience

Leadership & communication

Driver Licence

Health & safety practices

Cultural competence

Adult Educator experience

Education

London City & Guilds 706/1

London City & Guilds 706/2

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Department of Corrections NZ (Ara Poutama Aotearoa) in Wellington seeks a Catering/Laundry Instructor at Rimutaka Prison to mentor and train men in a commercial kitchen, delivering hands-on coaching and helping them gain NZQA qualifications.

You will lead meal prep, corporate catering, and oversee laundry tasks on occasion, with on-site and in-house training, an 80-hour fortnight roster, and a strong commitment to safety, inclusion and rehabilitation.