Cafeteria Supervisor - Taupo

Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato (Waikato District Council) serves the Waikato District which covers more than 400,000 hectares (418.893ha). The district is rich in natural resources, wilderness reserves, natural resources, native bush reserves, lush farmland and stunning west coast beaches.

Our Head office is based in Ngaaruawaahia, just 10 minutes North of Hamilton, so with no traffic or parking issues, your journey to and from work is stress free.

At Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato you will find a welcoming and inclusive workplace that supports, challenges and encourages you to stay continually ahead of the game.

About this role:

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team? We are seeking a Cafeteria Supervisor to join our Facilities Services team and work within our Ngaaruawaahia Council office cafeteria.

• Plan, Coordinate and deliver catering services for council meetings, workshops and functions
• Supervise daily cafeteria operations including food preparation, service and cleaning.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health regulations.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders for food, beverages and supplies.

• Proven experience in food service or hospitality supervision.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and hygiene standards
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Relevant certifications including a Certificate in Food and Safety.

Why join our team?

Our applicants do need to have existing rights to work in Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Hours of work: 20 Hours a week.

We have a strong safety culture and as part of this our preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening which includes a medical, alcohol and drug testing.

Application Closing Date: Sunday, 5 October 2025 at 11.55pm