Cook / Catering Assistant – Woolworths PNRDC

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Permanent – 37 hours per week.
  • Monday & Tuesday: 1:30pm – 8:30pm
  • Friday: 5am - 1:30pm
  • Saturday & Sunday: 5:30am – 1:00pm
Cater Plus partners with Woolworths to deliver high quality food services in a fast paced retail environment. We are currently looking for a Cook / Experienced Catering Assistant to join our kitchen team at Woolworths PNDC.

Based at a Woolworths Palmerston North, this role is sole charge and involves supporting daily food preparation and cooking requirements while maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards.

This is a permanent role with a consistent roster, ideal for someone who enjoys structured hours and working in a commercial kitchen setting.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Assisting with cooking and food preparation to Woolworths standards
  • Supporting daily production requirements in a commercial kitchen
  • Preparing, handling, and storing food safely
  • Plating, packing, and presenting food to specification
  • Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment
  • Completing dishes and general kitchen duties
  • Following all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures
To be successful in this role you will:
  • Have previous experience as a Cook or experienced Catering Assistant
  • Be comfortable working in a fast paced commercial kitchen environment
  • Have a practical understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements
  • Be reliable, organised, and able to work set rosters
  • Be able to work well both independently and as part of a team
  • Take pride in producing consistent, high quality food

About Cater Plus

Cater Plus is a leading New Zealand contract catering company with over 740 team members nationwide. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service and creating workplaces where people feel supported, valued, and proud of the work they do.

Learn more about life at Cater Plus: www.caterplus.co.nz/employment

How to Apply

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, or otherwise eligible to work in New Zealand. Please include your current visa status (and expiry date, if applicable) in your application.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, so don’t delay, apply now with your current CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest.

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