Prepared Produce Assistant

7 days ago

Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand service foods Full time NZ$45,000 - NZ$65,000 per year

Are you motivated, reliable, and passionate about working with high-quality produce?

Our Wellington Prepared Produce division is looking for enthusiastic team members to join us in Upper Hutt.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who thrive in a team environment and enjoy hands-on work with fresh food.

Available Roles:

Location: William Durant Drive, Upper Hutt

Start Date: Immediate

Positions Available:

  • Fixed-Term (Mid-Nov to March 2026): 5 days/week, 06:00 PM – 04:00 AM
  • Permanent Full-Time: 5 days/week, 06:00 PM – 04:00 AM
  • Permanent Part-Time (Weekends Only): Includes pick/pack and delivery in Class 1 trucks

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
  • Delivering food products across the Wellington region (for weekend role)

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
  • Class 1 Licence for delivery in our trucks
  • 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.

Eligibility:

Applicants must have NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone, text, or email.

Pre-employment checks include:

  • Employment references
  • Ministry of Justice and ACC verifications
  • Alcohol and drug testing by an accredited provider

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 now with your CV and cover letter.

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