Catering & Event Chef

At G&T Catering, our purpose is simple — bringing people together. We craft connections through seamless service and excellent food, creating places, spaces, and events where people can engage. Our vision is to create an effortless experience — for our team, our clients, and every guest we serve.

We’re looking for a passionate and reliable Catering & Event Chef to join our Rolleston-based kitchen. This is a hands-on, event-focused role, ideal for a chef who enjoys preparing food for real moments — weddings, corporate functions, and on-site and off-site events — and seeing it all come together on the day.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute food for events, functions, and catering orders, both on-site and off-site
• Assist with event setup, pack-down, and service execution for buffets, canapés, and plated-style catering
• Prepare fresh menu items including salads, wraps, sandwiches, savoury items, and event components
• Support baking production (savouries, slices, biscuits) as part of a wider catering operation
• Pack, load, and coordinate catering orders to ensure accurate and timely delivery
• Deliver catering orders and event equipment when required (company vehicle provided)
• Work closely with the events and operations team to ensure smooth service flow
• Maintain high standards of food safety, presentation, and kitchen organisation

✅ What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a catering, events, or commercial kitchen environment
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work calmly under event timelines
• Confidence preparing food at scale and executing to plan
• A practical, solutions-focused mindset and great attention to detail
• Full driver’s licence (essential)
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with flexibility to adapt as events evolve
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Unfortunately, we are not able to support visa applications for this role.

⏰ Hours & Roster

• Permanent role with 30+ hours per week
• Rostered across 7 days, depending on event and business needs
• Some early starts, evenings, and weekend work will be required, particularly during peak event seasons

💼 What We Offer

• A welcoming, purpose-led workplace
• Variety in work — no two days or events are the same
• The opportunity to be part of memorable local events and weddings
• Supportive leadership and a focus on quality, connection, and teamwork
• Based in Rolleston — skip the city traffic and enjoy a better commute

If you’re passionate about food, enjoy the energy of events, and love seeing a plan come to life — we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining why you’d be a great fit. 📧 Email Nicola at info@gtcatering.co.nz

Applications close Tuesday 3rd March 2026.