Cook (Casual) - RNZAF - Ohakea x 3

$28.95 per hour + great company benefits Flexible casual shifts to suit your lifestyle Training, development and career growth with Compass Group NZ About the Role and Who We Are Looking For We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Cook to join our team at the NZ Defence Force Base in Ohakea, Palmerston North. This is a casual position, offering flexible hours across a 7-day roster based on business needs. You will play an important role in preparing and serving quality meals while supporting a hardworking team that keeps Defence personnel well‑fed and ready for duty. Whether you are an experienced Cook or looking to further develop your hospitality career, this is a great opportunity to gain experience in a unique environment with New Zealand’s largest food and support services company. You Will Be Responsible For Prepare, cook, and present food to a high standard Plan and cater for buffets and functions as required Develop menus that meet special dietary and cultural needs Carry out general kitchen duties to support daily operations Receive and store kitchen supplies appropriately Assist with menu planning and development Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction in a fast‑paced environment Ideal Skills and Experience You Will Have Hard‑working with a friendly, outgoing personality Demonstrates a positive “can‑do” attitude Previous experience in a commercial kitchen producing high‑quality food Holds (or is willing to obtain) Food Safety Certificates (Unit Standards 167 & 168) Able to work both independently and as part of a team Passionate about great food, customer service, and quality Benefits and Perks Discounts on health insurance, travel and more Free uniforms, PPE, and meals on duty Free on‑site parking Stable, secure role with an essential services provider Christmas and New Year shutdown period A Bit About Compass Group We are New Zealand's leading and largest provider of food and support services across multiple industry sectors including Business and Industry, Education, Defence, Offshore and Remote, Aged Care, Hospitals and Senior Living. These industry sectors are managed by our sub‑brands Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS. 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. RESPECT, GROWTH and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments. We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, while remaining committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that a full security clearance and police vetting are required and must be maintained for this position. To be considered for this role, you should have resided in New Zealand for a period of 6 months or more from the time of application. For further information about this role or for any recruitment queries, please contact Compass Recruitment at [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr