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Galley Assitant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$60,000 – $66,000 per year

Week on Week off role!
Meals provided
Free parking

Galley Assistant aboard vessel assisting Cooks with meal preparation and galley operations.

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Fixed Term Gelato Chef

at Rollickin Gelato Cafe

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Join a fun, local brand with real heart & awesome community love.
Sweet vibes, supportive leadership & room to grow your skills.
Hands-on café role with genuine work-life balance.

Master the art of artisanal gelato. Contract role with specialised training and a passionate team.

Featured

Listed four days ago

Cook

at Ovation Hospitality Services NZ Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Looking for two experienced Cooks to join our team at Café Miko, Auckland Botanic Gardens, Manurewa, for our busy summer season.

4d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Evening Cook

at Stafford Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Evening Cook | Part-time hours | Timaru location - join Bidwill Hospital
Experienced Cooks should apply - bring your flair for food to this great role
Private hospital environment where excellent quality and service are key

Experienced cook wanted for part-time evening role. Bring your flair for food to this great Timaru-based position. Join the Bidwill Hospital team!

15d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Galley Assitant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$60,000 – $66,000 per year

Week on Week off role!
Meals provided
Free parking

Galley Assistant aboard vessel assisting Cooks with meal preparation and galley operations.

14d ago

Listed five days ago

Fixed Term Gelato Chef

at Rollickin Gelato Cafe

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Join a fun, local brand with real heart & awesome community love.
Sweet vibes, supportive leadership & room to grow your skills.
Hands-on café role with genuine work-life balance.

Master the art of artisanal gelato. Contract role with specialised training and a passionate team.

5d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Cooks and Cleaners!

at Stafford Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Timaru, Canterbury

Cooks and Cleaners we want you!
South Canterbury roles - temp, casual, and longer term opportunities
Apply today and join the Stafford talent team - NZ work rights apply

Cooks and Cleaners - join our talent pool and be first in line for new opportunities. Roles based in South Canterbury, NZ work rights apply.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Cook Extrodinaire

at Rumaki Charitable Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$25 – $33 per hour

Experienced Cook to take ownership of a small café kitchen and help shape our kai.

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Chef

at Speight's Ale House Tower Juction

This is a Contract/Temp job

Addington, Canterbury

$27 – $31 per hour to be negotiated

See above

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Casual Chef – Christchurch

at The Recruitment Network Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

NZD 32 - 36 per hour, 8% holiday pay

Up to 60 hours per week
Morning & evening shifts available
Flexibility to take time off over Christmas

Casual Chef Christchurch TRN is looking for experienced Chefs to join our casual team in Christchurch! We have ongoing casual opportunities

6d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Chef/Kitchen lead

at O Studio Remuera

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ponsonby, Auckland

Kitchen Lead for new fast-casual wholefood concept in Auckland.

25d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Kitchen Hands & Catering Assistants – Christchurch

at The Recruitment Network Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 24 - 26 per hour

Weekly Pay
Morning & evening shifts available
Flexibility to take time off over Christmas

The Recruitment Network (TRN) is looking for reliable and hardworking Kitchen Hands and Catering Assistants to join our casual team in Christchurch.

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Travelling Chef- North Island

at The Recruitment Network Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

NZD 32 - 37 per hour, Travel costs paid

Up to 60 hours per week
Time off over Christmas + New Year
Accommodation provided for eligible travelling positions

Travelling Chef North Island Travel across the North Island, with accommodation provided and travel paid! TRN is looking for experienced and

10d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

CHEF DE PARTIE - Fixed Term Summer Contract (End Oct to End April)

at Artisan Catering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown, Otago

$32 – $35 per hour

Great team
Amazing events - weddings and coporate!
Great pay

Experienced Chef de Partie for busy Queenstown summer season with mix of kitchen prep and event work.

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty nine days ago

Kitchen Hand

at Larnach Castle

This is a Contract/Temp job

Portobello, Otago

$25 – $26 per hour

Join our historic castle kitchen team. Fixed term role offering valuable hospitality experience in a unique setting.

29d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Kitchen - Kitchen Steward

at Hermitage Hotel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Aoraki Mount Cook, Canterbury

25 p/h + Staff Benefits + Affordable Rent

Live and work at Aoraki Mount Cook
Affordable rent where one can actually save
Work with an amazing and experienced Kitchen team

We are looking for energetic, hardworking, and enthusiastic individuals to aid in our kitchen operations on a fixed term role at the Hermitage Hotel.

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Kitchen Hand / Bar assistant - Marlborough - Summer 2026/2027

at Cloudy Bay Vineyards Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

A positive and supportive team culture
Staff events and team experiences
Forward-thinking structured professional environment

The summer season is on its way! We’re looking for an enthusiastic Kitchen Hand / Bar Assistant to support our Cellar Door Team in the kitchen!

13d ago

Listed eight days ago

Kitchen - Chef de Partie

at Hermitage Hotel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Aoraki Mount Cook, Canterbury

$29 - $32 p/h + Staff Benefits + Affordable Rent

Fixed term Role at Aoraki/ Mount Cook
Affordable rent where one can actually save
Work with an amazing Kitchen team

The Executive Chef, Hermitage Hotel is looking for ambitious CDP's who passionate about food and looking to join us on a fixed term basis.

8d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Travelling Chef

at The Recruitment Network Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

NZD 32 - 37 per hour, Travel costs paid

Up to 60 hours per week
Time off over Christmas + New Year
Accommodation provided

Travelling Chef South Island Travel from the top of the South Island to the bottom, with accommodation provided and travel paid! TRN is

21d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Chef De Partie

at The Hills Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Arrowtown, Otago

$32 – $36 per hour

Due to a period of significant, exciting growth, we have the exciting opportunity for a Chef de Partie to join our summer team.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty eight days ago

Casual Chef

at The Recruitment Network Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

NZD 32 - 34 per hour

8% Holiday Pay on every shift
Time off over Christmas + New Year
Morning & evening shifts available

Casual Chefs Wellington | Immediate Start Flexible work. Plenty of hours. Variety of kitchens. We are looking for experienced chefs to join

28d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Kitchen Hand - Central Otago - Summer 2026/2027

at Cloudy Bay Vineyards Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cromwell, Otago

Reliable daytime hours (open five days a week, Wednesday to Sunday)
A forward-thinking, structured professional environment
Staff events and team experiences

The summer season is coming! We’re looking for an enthusiastic Kitchen Hand to support our Chef and Sous Chef in the kitchen.

13d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Senior Chef de Partie

at Glen Dene Holdings Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lake Hawea, Otago

Hone your craft under an award-winning chef, from food truck favourites to fine dining, with Lake Hāwea adventures on your doorstep.

20d ago

Listed one day ago

Process Worker

at Mills Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Glenavy, Canterbury

Entry- level roles available
Free bus with Wi-Fi from Timaru & Oamaru
12 hour shifts, 4 on 4 off

Work 12s, enjoy blocks of days off and grow from temp to perm at a world-class dairy processor. Full training and free bus from Timaru & Oamaru.

Recruited byKathryn Haddow

1d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Nelson- CHEF

at The Recruitment Network Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

NZD 32 - 36 per hour

8% Holiday Pay on every shift
Be Part of the Experience
Every Day Is Different

Casual Chef Nelson Are you a chef looking for regular work over the summer in Nelson? The Recruitment Network is looking for reliable,

19d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Chef de Partie & Chef de Partie & Kitchenhands

at E Pier Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Whitianga, Waikato

Experienced Senior Chef de Partie for a fast-paced waterfront kitchen.

6d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Chef de Partie

at Flockhill Lodge

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Great staff accommodation
Competitive pay rate

Exciting opportunity to work with New Zealand's luxury lodge Chef of the Year!

15d ago

Listed one day ago

Production Operator

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Opportunity to develop your career in production and drive quality/efficieny
Overtime rates for working night shift or over 40 hours.
Four day work week, providing a three day weekend!

| Afternoon/Evening shift | Blending and food manufacturing | Machine operation | Available immediately | East Tamaki Location |

Recruited byRisiti Samaauga

1d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Process Workers

at Meateor Pet Foods LP

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Dunedin, Otago

• Join a friendly, safety-focused team.
• Full training provided, with opportunities to develop new skills.
• Full training provided, with opportunities to develop new skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, safety-focused team and gain hands-on experience in New Zealand’s pet food manufacturing industry.

19d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Chef De Partie

at Portage Resort

This is a Contract/Temp job

Portage, Marlborough

Seeking a Chef De Partie to join our team this upcoming season at Portage Resort!

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty nine days ago

DISHWASHER - summer job - fixed term End Oct - End April 2027

at Artisan Catering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Frankton, Otago

$28 – $30 per hour

Great team
Great events
Great environment

Great team, great environment!

29d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Process Workers - Tuakau

at OneStaff Auckland Hub

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tuakau, Waikato

Free On-Site Car Park
Full PPE provided
Weekly pay

Our client is looking for eager, committed and reliable individuals to join their fast paced production environment!

Recruited byGabrielle Maniapoto

1d ago

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