Catering Assistant - Queenstown Airport

Deliver exceptional service. Create memorable experiences. Join Compass Group in a premium lounge environment.

• Be part of a world-class hospitality team in partnership with Air New Zealand.
• Enjoy a dynamic role where you make every guest feel valued and cared for.
• Access training and career development opportunities with New Zealand's leading food services provider.

We are seekingCatering Assistantsto join our team at theAir New Zealand Lounge in Queenstown Airport. In this role, you'll provide high-quality food and beverage service, ensuring guests enjoy a relaxing and premium experience. You'll work collaboratively with the team to maintain service standards and uphold the Air New Zealand brand. This is aPermanent Full Time position.

• Deliver friendly, professional, and uniquely Kiwi customer service.
• Assist with food and beverage service, including setting up and clearing tables.
• Prepare and serve espresso coffee and alcoholic beverages responsibly.
• Maintain lounge cleanliness and hygiene standards at all times.
• Replenish supplies, rotate stock, and assist with ordering as required.
• Previous experience in a catering or hospitality role.
• A team player with strong communication skills and a flexible attitude.
• Physically fit, reliable, and committed to high standards of presentation.
• Holds or is willing to obtain a Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate, Police Clearance, and AVSEC clearance.
• NZQA Food Handling Certificate (Units 167 & 168) preferred.
• Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications.
• Formal Career Paths: Clear pathways to grow your career within Compass Group.
• Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your success with Star Awards, Service Awards, and performance bonuses.
• Health & Safety Focus: We prioritise your well-being with a safe work environment.
• Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy discounts on health insurance, gyms, optometry, and more.
• Site-Specific Benefits: Free uniforms, on-site parking, and access to airport amenities.
• We areNew Zealand's leadingand largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates,Medirest, ESSand Rapportmanage these industry sectors.
• We specialise inturning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experientialmomentsfor our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from beingGOOD to GREAT.
• Our people areawesome,they breathe life into our brands and makegreat thingshappen!
• Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common-our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you -RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORKare the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We arecommitted to reflecting the diversityof our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritisesustainabilityin everything we do, ensuring an inclusive andequitableenvironment for all.

Successful candidates will be able to pass per-employment checks satisfactorily.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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