Kitchen Assistant (Casual) - Auckland Airport X 5

Support the heart of our kitchen operations in a fast-paced airport environment! Be part of the airport energy - contribute to a high-quality food service experience for travellers and staff. Grow your skills - access NZQA-accredited food safety and kitchen operations training. Enjoy great perks - including health insurance discounts, free uniforms, and on-site benefits. He angitūtanga / The opportunity: As a Kitchen Assistant at Auckland Airport , you'll play a key role in supporting daily kitchen operations. From food prep to dishwashing, you'll help maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment while delivering friendly service and upholding Compass Group's high standards. This is a Casual position where hours of work are on " as and when" required basis upon business needs and rostered across 7 days of the week . Therefore, you MUST be available to work during weekends. Ko o kawenga / Your responsibilities: Assist with food preparation, portioning, and plating for service. Maintain clean and hygienic kitchen, dining, and public areas. Wash dishes and sanitise kitchen equipment. Follow food safety, hygiene, and manual handling procedures. Communicate effectively with team members and follow supervisor instructions. He kōrero mōu / About you: Experience in a similar kitchen or catering role. Flexible, reliable, and physically fit with a strong work ethic. Good communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team. Positive attitude and commitment to health and safety. NZQA Food Handling Certificate (Units 167 & 168) and experience with kitchen cleaning equipment preferred. Ngā painga / Benefits & Perks: Comprehensive Training & Development : Online learning, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications. Formal Career Paths : Structured growth opportunities within Compass Group. Rewards & Recognition : Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual bonuses. Health & Safety Focus : A safe, supportive work environment. Corporate & Retail Discounts : Health insurance, gym memberships, optometry, and more. Site-Specific Benefits : Free uniforms, on-site parking, and access to amenities. Mō mātou / About us: We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries. Our sub-brands , Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors. 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 committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all. Successful candidates will be able to pass per-employment checks satisfactorily. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Creating meaningful and lasting connections with every experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr