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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.

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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.

Featured

Listed four 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.

4d ago

Listed seven 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.

7d ago

Listed twenty four 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.

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty eight 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.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed four 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.

4d ago

Listed twelve 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!

12d ago

Listed twelve 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.

12d ago

Listed twenty seven 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.

27d ago•Expiring

Listed three 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.

3d ago

Listed four days ago

Bar & Kitchen Manager - Part Time Contract

at Royal Port Nicholson Yacht Club

This is a Contract/Temp job

Oriental Bay, Wellington

$30 – $35 per hour

Great location with easy going club members and their guests. Opportunity to work private events and contract extension after 8 May 2027

4d ago

Listed seven 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.

7d ago

Listed thirteen 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.

13d ago

Listed seventeen hours 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

17h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Process Worker - Poultry Processing - Mt Wellington

at Brink's Poultry

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Competitive rate paid weekly + staff sales
Tuesday to Friday role
On-the-job training provided

Come and join our family-owned business! We are a team of proud people, working together to deliver great chicken to NZ families.

11d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Aged Care Chef

at The Recruitment Network Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

NZD 32 - 34 per hour

Auckland - All Areas
Casual roles with potential for regular work
Flexibility to pick your shifts

Casual Aged Care Chef - Auckland The Recruitment Network is looking for experienced Chefs to join our team and work across aged care kitchens in

29d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen 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!

14d ago

Listed twenty eight 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.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty eight 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!

28d ago•Expiring

Listed nine 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

9d ago

Listed five 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

5d ago

Listed fifteen 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.

15d ago

Listed five 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.

5d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Weekend - Front of House / Barista / Breakfast Shift

at Pihopa Retreat

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman

$30 per hour

Join our award-winning luxury lodge as a FOH/ Barista / Kitchen Hand, creating memorable guest experiences in a warm and welcoming environment.

11d ago

Listed twenty seven 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.

27d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Café Supervisor

at Oceania Healthcare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobsonville, Auckland

Join Oceania's Waterford Village as a Cafe Supervisor

3d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Experienced Hospitality Leader - Summer on Waiheke

at Allpress Olive Groves

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waiheke Island, Auckland

$120,000 – $140,000 per year

Lead, mentor & develop a great team
Flexible fixed-term role through March

Experienced hospitality leader wanted for a summer on Waiheke. Lead, mentor and inspire our team in a hands-on senior role.

25d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Experienced Holiday Home / Airbnb Cleaner

at Five Star Focused

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

$40 per hour

Enjoy independence, flexibility and ownership of your work
Join a supportive, professional team that values quality and reliability

Experienced cleaner needed for premium holiday homes in Mount Maunganui and Papamoa.

14d ago

Listed twenty seven 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

27d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Café Assistant

at Waitomo Homestead

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waitomo, Waikato

Be a part of a dynamic and supportive team.
Work in a unique and adventurous environment, and contribute to local tourism!
Diverse and inclusive team culture.

We are looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic casual Café Assistant to join our Food and Beverage team at Waitomo Homestead.

11d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

* PRODUCTION & WAREHOUSE OPERATORS I WEST AUCKLAND *

at Draft NZ Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

💰 Above Market Payrate Opportunities
⏰ Morning and Afternoon Shift
🔑 Career Growth On Offer

DRAFT NZ is actively seeking motivated and experienced production and warehouse staff for full time work with an iconic Kiwi food producer. Don't miss

24d ago•Expiring

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