Chef and Catering Assistant

• Flexible Casual Hours – Join a Supportive Team

Looking for a casual opportunity with variety and challenge? Our John McGlashan team is growing, and we’re looking for Chefs and Catering Assistants to support our operations across the site.

These casual roles are perfect for people who enjoy flexible work, helping a team run smoothly, and being part of a supportive workplace. No two days are the same, whether it’s cooking delicious meals, assisting in food service, or keeping the kitchen and facilities clean and safe.

What we’re looking for:

• Chefs: Passion for food, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prepare and cook meals, follow dietary requirements, and maintain food safety standards.
• Catering Assistants (CA): Support meal prep, serve food, assist chefs, and maintain kitchen cleanliness.

For all roles:

• Flexibility to work across a roster as needed (days, evenings, weekends).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A positive, can-do attitude and reliability.

Cater Plus is one of New Zealand’s leading catering companies with over 750 team members nationwide. We’re known for great food, great service, and creating workplaces where people feel supported, valued, and proud of what they do.

You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ citizen, resident, or valid work visa). Please include your current visa status and expiry date (if applicable) with your application.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, so don’t miss out. Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter telling us why you’d be great for the role.