Chef – TWOA (Te Rapa & Glenview), Hamilton

Full Time – 40 hours per week
Educational contract – 42 weeks per year

Are you a passionate Chef who enjoys creating fresh, nutritious food and delivering great café experiences? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same?

Cater Plus is proud to support Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWOA) in Hamilton, and we're looking for an experienced and motivated Chef to join our team.

Based across the Te Rapa and Glenview campuses, you'll be responsible for preparing and serving quality food for students, staff, and café customers while helping create an enjoyable dining experience. This role also requires transporting food between campuses, making a full driver licence essential.

What you'll do:
• Prepare, cook, and present fresh, high-quality meals and café offerings
• Support the day-to-day operation of the campus café and student food services
• Plan and prepare food to meet menu, quality, and dietary requirements
• Transport food and supplies safely between TWOA Hamilton campuses
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen environment
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety, and company procedures
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and minimising food wastage
• Deliver friendly, professional service to students, staff, and visitors

Who you are:
• An experienced Chef with a passion for great food and customer service
• Hold a full, clean New Zealand driver licence
• Comfortable driving between sites to transport food and supplies
• Organised, reliable, and able to work independently
• A strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Confident working in a fast-paced café and catering environment
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen best practices
• Strong time management and attention to detail
• Friendly and approachable, with excellent communication skills


Who we are:
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.

How to apply:
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.