Produce Processing Assistant
Service Foods
Listing Description
Description
Our Christchurch Prepared Produce Division is looking for enthusiastic team members to join us at Woolston.This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who thrive in a team environment and enjoy hands-on work with fresh food. These additional roles have opened as we ramp up for the colder months and onboard major new customers, resulting in high production volumes—including tasks like potato peeling and other fresh produce preparation.
Position Snapshot
- Location: Cumnor Terrace, Woolston
- Start Date: Immediate
- Contract Type: Permanent, full time
- Hours: Sunday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (6 days per week)
Key Responsibilities:* Cleaning, washing, and processing fresh produce
- Grading, cutting, dicing, and peeling vegetables and fruits
- Weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients
- Inspecting product quality before packaging
- Operating machinery for peeling, coring, slicing, and dicing
- Vacuum packaging and labelling
- Cleaning equipment and work areas
- Adhering to strict food safety and health & safety protocols
Ideal Candidate Profile:* Experience in fresh produce, warehousing, or food processing
- Comfortable working in cold environments
- Physically fit with good knife-handling skills
- Previous chef experience beneficial
- Intermediate literacy and numeracy skills
- Knowledge of food ingredients and fresh produce
- Reliable, hardworking, and team-oriented
- Flexible with working hours
- Reliable transport and commitment to scheduled shifts
- Strong understanding of health & safety requirements
What to Expect: At Service Foods, we foster a positive and dynamic work environment. We are guided by our core values: creativity, resilience, inclusivity, collaboration, work ethic, and humility. These principles drive our commitment to excellence and team success.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.
How to Apply
If you're ready to take on a rewarding role in the Fresh Produce of Foodservices industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online via our Careers page with your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and achievements.
Eligibility: NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa required.
Pre-employment checks: Reference checks, Ministry of Justice and ACC checks, and drug/alcohol screening through an accredited provider.
Application details
2022
Service Foods
At Service Foods, we offer top-quality products to meet diverse culinary needs. From fresh produce, meat, and seafood to dairy and pantry essentials, catering to a wide range of businesses including restaurants, cafes, hotels, and catering services. We take pride in our commitment to sourcing premium ingredients locally and internationally, ensuring freshness and superior quality in every delivery.
At the heart of our operations lies our commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence, and we take pride in offering a hassle-free experience to our customers. We prioritise collaboration and innovation, constantly adapting to evolving market trends and customer preferences. Through strong partnerships within the industry and continually enhancing our offerings, we maintain our standing as a trusted foodservice provider in New Zealand.
We are deeply committed to making a positive impact on society. With a strong emphasis on integrity, quality, and social responsibility, we strive to enrich the lives of our customers, employees, and communities alike.
