Catering Assistant - Linton Military Camp
Wanganui
Serve with purpose. Be part of a disciplined, high-performing team. Support those who serve.**
- **Meaningful work in Defence** – support NZDF personnel with quality meals and service.
- **Varied and active role** – combine food prep, service, and kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.
- **Strong team culture** – work alongside a supportive team that values reliability, respect, and teamwork.
He angitutanga | The opportunity
As a **Catering Assistant**, you will deliver a high-quality catering service at **Linton Military Camp**, supporting daily food service operations. This role involves assisting with food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and providing excellent customer service, all while working safely and efficiently within a structured Defence environment.This is a Permanent position with
Ko o kawenga | Your responsibilities- Assist with preparing, portioning, and serving food in line with menus and food safety standards.
- Deliver friendly, professional customer service to Defence personnel and staff.
- Maintain clean and hygienic kitchen and dining areas, including dishwashing and waste handling.
- Receive, rotate, and replenish stock and supplies as required.
- Follow all health & safety, food safety, and operational procedures to ensure a safe workplace.
- Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service (preferred but not essential).
- A reliable, hardworking individual who can work both independently and as part of a team.
- Physically fit and comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with a positive and professional attitude.
- Flexible, safety-focused, and committed to maintaining high hygiene standards.
- **Comprehensive Training & Development:** Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth.
- **Formal Career Paths:** We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals.
- **Rewards & Recognition:** Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses.
- **Health & Safety Focus:** A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment, prioritizing the well-being of employees and customers.
- **Corporate & Retail Discounts:** Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more.
- **Site-Specific Benefits:** Depending on the site, tailored perks such as free uniforms, on-site parking, subsidized accommodation, and access to amenities.
- *Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits.*
- 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 pre-employment checks satisfactorily (including Police Clearance).? Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
- **Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven team — Click ‘Apply’ now!**For recruitment queries please contact the Compass Group Recruitment Team at?? **recruitment@compass-group.co.nz**
**Creating meaningful and lasting connections with every experience.**
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