Catering Assistant (Casual) - Hamilton Airport

Serve with pride. Create memorable moments for travellers.**

• **Casual position - As and When required basis upon business needs**
• **Compass Group NZ - Business & Industry Sector**

• **Premium lounge environment** - work in partnership with one of New Zealand's most reputable brands.
• **Grow your hospitality career** - access NZQA qualifications, apprenticeships, and formal career pathways.
• **Enjoy great perks** - health insurance discounts, free uniforms, and AVSEC clearance support.

**He angitutanga | The Opportunity**

We're looking for a friendly and reliable **Catering Assistant** to join our team at the **Air New Zealand Lounge in Hamilton Airport**. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality food and beverage service to guests, ensuring a clean, welcoming, and relaxing lounge experience.

• Deliver transformational customer service that reflects the Air New Zealand brand.
• Provide proactive food and beverage service, including responsible alcohol service.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across lounge and kitchen areas.
• Prepare and present food items, including espresso coffee, to a high standard.
• Communicate effectively with guests and team members, supporting a collaborative environment.

• A team player with a flexible, can-do attitude and strong communication skills.
• Previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment is a plus.
• Holds a valid Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate and can obtain AVSEC clearance.
• Physically fit, reliable, and committed to high standards of hygiene and safety.

• **Training & Development:** Online learning, NZQA qualifications, and apprenticeships.
• **Career Progression:** Formal career paths within Compass Group.
• **Recognition:** Star Awards, Service Awards, and performance bonuses.
• **Health & Safety:** A strong focus on your wellbeing.
• **Discounts:** Health insurance, gym memberships, optometry, and more.
• **Site Perks:** Free uniforms, on-site parking, and access to lounge amenities.

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest provider of food and support services across multiple industries.
• 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 and to make our commitment unique for you
• RESPECT, GROWTH and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We are an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

**Successful candidates will be able to satisfactorily pass a police clearance.**

**Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.**

**Ready to serve with excellence?**

Click **'Apply Now'** or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@compass-group.co.nz

**Great People, Real Opportunities.**