Baker & Caterer
At The River Kitchen, we’re on the lookout for someone with flair who thrives in the rhythm of a busy café, loves the scent of a well-risen scone, and takes joy in making food that makes people smile. As our next Baker with a hand in catering, you’ll help shape everything from daily bakes to event platters that wow.
What You’ll Do:- Bake beautiful things daily – from our signature scones to flaky pastries
- Contribute fresh ideas and help shape our evolving food offering
- Collaborate with our kitchen team, front-of-house, and hands-on owner
- Event catering both on/off-site, with thoughtful preparation and presentation
- Keep a clean, organised, and food-safe workspace at all times
- Be willing and available to lend a hand when team members need
- Proven baking experience – café or catering environment preferred but not essential
- A knack for the little things, a commitment to quality and communication
- Strong time management and consistency under pressure
- The ability to work independently, including early starts and event hours
- A team-first attitude, positivity, and willingness to learn
- A good level of physical fitness and compliant with Health & Safety
- Honest, trustworthy, and well presented
- Your “office” is a sunlit kitchen with fairway views over the Hamilton Golf Course
- One-on-one training and ongoing support from the owner
- Variety – from cabinet treats to special event catering and menus
- Be part of special occasions and exciting events
- Free coffee daily and discounts on meals while at work
- 100% Locally Owned and Operated, free parking onsite
- Competitive Pay rate – dependent on experience
At The River Kitchen, we believe food brings people together – from casual catchups to milestone moments. It’s all about real food, made with care, by good people, and served with genuine hospitality.
Love the scent of fresh baking and the buzz of club activities?Attach your CV to this ad or apply now by sending your CV to mailto:accounts@theriverkitchen.co.nz and a short note about why this is your kind of role.
The successful applicant will be required to work across a seven-day roster – this means you are available weekends and some evenings. Applicants must have their own reliable transportation to get to and from work. Please note that only applicants with NZ residency or valid work permit will be considered for this position.Applicants must pass a New Zealand Police vetting – no criminal history.
Please note, we may only contact short listed applicants.