Fresh Foods Assistant Jobs in New Zealand

• Job security and stability in an essential service organisation!
• Great learning, development and career progression opportunities across Compass that is varied and exciting!
• Work at New Zealand's leading provider of food services!

About the role and who we are looking for:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Chef to work at our Defence site at the Linton Military Camp Palmerston North. Hours of work are Permanent Full-time, rostered across 7 days per week, including day and night shifts.

You will be responsible for:

• preparing, cooking and serving of meals and ensuring the quality of every dish we serve!
• be able to cook within budget
• assist with ordering and menu development
• ensuring the health and wellbeing of our customers through allergen and nutrition management.

Ideal skills and experience you will have:

• 2 years' experience working in a commercial kitchen catering for many people
• well experienced with short order cooking
• hold the relevant qualifications including food safety certificates (Unit Standard 167)
• the ability to lead and mentor a team as well
• the ability to work independently and confidently
• demonstrate a passion for great food, customer service and quality.

Benefit & Perks:

• Competitive remuneration.
• Training & Development Programs
• Career Development Opportunities
• Discounts on Medical insurance, and banks, to hotels, insurance, and more!
• Rewards and recognition.
• Flexible working + Time in Lieu
• EAP Services

A bit about Compass Group:

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest provider of food and support services across multiple industries.
• These industry sectors are managed by our sub brands Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS.
• Our brand ESS provides food and support services to the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) ensuring our soldiers come home to a hot nutritious meal and essential comforts throughout the year!
• 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 an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please note that a full security clearance and police vet is required.

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

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For any recruitment queries please contact the Compass Group Recruitment team on recruitment@compass-group.co.nz

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