The Role | Te mahi
We are currently seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant who thrives in a busy environment, who will support our team to provide a great dining experience for our guests and visitors. Podium is a vibrant restaurant with an upbeat atmosphere.
This is a full time position and you will be guaranteed a minimum of 30 hours per week. This role will pay $25 - $27 per hour. Weekend availability is essential.
This role will be supporting our kitchen team with prep, cleaning and storage of goods and would be a great stepping stone for someone who is looking to get into a career to become a chef!
Responsibilities | Ngā haepapa
Washing dishes, utensils and equipment, ensuring items are available for kitchen staff at all time
Cleaning all kitchen surfaces (including floors and equipment) and food preparation areas
Assisting with food preparation, assembling and preparing ingredients for cooking
Transferring, weighing and checking supplies and equipment
Organising and storing goods
Maintaining the kitchen to a high standard according to current Health & Hygiene regulations
Packing food and beverage trays for serving
Cooking, toasting and heating simple food items
Removing rubbish
Requirements
About you | Ko koe tēnei
Available to work a minimum of 30hrs per week
A minimum of 6 months of relevant experience OR NZQF Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)
Flexible to work rostered shifts over a 7 day week including public holidays
Professional personal presentation and work ethic
Ability to work calmly under pressure
Enjoys cleaning and kitchen prep work
Be enthusiastic and show initiative
Highly organized
Great communication skills and a passion for being part of a hard working team
Valid right to work in New Zealand
Benefits
He kura te tangata - We are all valued
Free staff meals on duty, free parking and uniform provided
Free Life Insurance, Digital Will & Best Doctors teleservice after 3 months of employment
Wellbeing program, including Health insurance discounts
Excellent reward & recognition events
Long service and anniversary gifts and benefits
Staff, family and friends rates within our network of hotels
Paid training and individual Employee Development Plans
Training towards NZQA qualifications and our very own online digital learning platform
Who We Are - Ko Wai Mātou
Here at Sudima Hotels, we have one passion, you! We care, we do the right thing and we work together. As a Sudima team member, you will demonstrate these values with your day-to-day actions, however great or small.
We believe 'We Are all Valued - He Kura te Tangata', and our success is a direct reflection of our people and our company culture. We live and breathe Manaakitanga, hospitality is at the heart of all that we do. As HRD's Five Star Employer of Choice Award in 2019, 2022, and in 2024, our people love coming to work every day and we think you will too!
Hind Management, the management company behind Sudima Hotels, builds, operates, and manages our award-winning hotels, restaurants, bars, and spa businesses. As industry leaders in social and environmental responsibility, they operate on a sustainable business model that takes the well-being of our people and planet seriously.
Above all, we’re looking for positive people. Working with us not only means getting unlimited opportunities to develop yourself and your career but being part of a community and company culture that’s passionate about putting people first.
Our values are based on caring, working together, and doing the right thing. We are passionate about our people. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are proud to promote diversity and inclusion within our workplace and ensure an equitable selection process for all.
Hind Management is committed to accessibility, should you require assistance or support and are unable to apply online due to an access need, contact our office (09) 9051719 or email our Talent Acquisition Team at
[email protected]. We will aim to respond within 48 hours Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.
We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are proud to promote diversity and inclusion within our workplace and ensure an equitable selection process for all. We offer a fully inclusive accessible hiring process, let us know how we can support you to present your best self.
Our Values
E manawanui ana tātou | We care
Ka mahi tahi tātou | We work together
Ka whai tātou i te tika | We do the right thing
