About the role
Food Trades Assistant – Bakery – Wanaka
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable team member to join our Bakery department and be part of a fast-paced and exciting world of baking.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, enjoys working with their hands, and wants to grow their skills in a bakery environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A genuine interest in baking and food preparation
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- The ability to work night shifts (5 days per week, 12:00 am – 9:00 am)
- A good level of English for communication and safety purposes
- The ability to handle physical work, including lifting up to 20 kg (flour sacks and bakery ingredients)
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing and baking products following recipes and baker instructions
- Packing, labelling, and presenting fresh bakery products for sale
- Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality
- Providing excellent customer service and supporting the wider team when needed
Apply now:
Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, residents, or hold a valid New Zealand open work visa.
Sponsorship:
As an accredited employer, we may be able to offer sponsorship for this role. However, applicants must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a bakery, kitchen, or supermarket retail environment, in line with INZ requirements.
We welcome applications from candidates currently based in the Otago region who are ready to start as soon as possible.
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