Produce Processing Assistant

3 hours ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand service foods Full time NZ$40,000 - NZ$80,000 per year

Our Christchurch Prepared Produce Division is looking for enthusiastic team members to join us at Woolston.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who thrive in a team environment and enjoy hands-on work with fresh food. These additional roles have opened as we enter peak season and onboard major new customers, resulting in high production volumes—including tasks like potato peeling and other fresh produce preparation.

Position Snapshot

  • Location: Cumnor Terrace, Woolston
  • Start Date: Immediate
  • Contract Type: Permanent, full-time
  • Hours: Sunday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (6 days per week)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cleaning, washing, and processing fresh produce
  • Grading, cutting, dicing, and peeling vegetables and fruits
  • Weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients
  • Inspecting product quality before packaging
  • Operating machinery for peeling, coring, slicing, and dicing
  • Vacuum packaging and labelling
  • Cleaning equipment and work areas
  • Adhering to strict food safety and health & safety protocols

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Experience in fresh produce, warehousing, or food processing
  • Comfortable working in cold environments
  • Physically fit with good knife-handling skills
  • Intermediate literacy and numeracy skills
  • Knowledge of food ingredients and fresh produce
  • Reliable, hardworking, and team-oriented
  • Flexible with working hours
  • Reliable transport and commitment to scheduled shifts
  • Strong understanding of health & safety requirements

What to Expect

At Service Foods, we foster a positive and dynamic work environment. We are guided by our core values: creativity, resilience, inclusivity, collaboration, work ethic, and humility. These principles drive our commitment to excellence and team success.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

How to Apply

If you're ready to take on a rewarding role in the Fresh Produce of Foodservices industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online via our Careers page with your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and achievements.

Eligibility: NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa required.

Pre-employment checks: Reference checks, Ministry of Justice and ACC checks, and drug/alcohol screening through an accredited provider.

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