Food Service Worker - Pot Wash & Cleaning

Support campus dining by assisting with food service, cleaning, and customer care during term time in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Mō te tūka | The role

Love working in a busy kitchen environment? Join our Food, Beverage & Conferencing team and help deliver exceptional dining experiences for students, staff, and visitors. This is aterm-time only position, giving you a great work-life balance with scheduled breaks during university holidays. You’ll provide hands-on support in the kitchen and cafés, ensuring everything runs smoothly and to a high standard.

Some tasks of the role include:

• Cleaning cooking equipment and utensils
• Operating the conveyor dishwasher for crockery and cutlery
• Changing oil and cleaning deep fryers
• Keeping floors clean and safe
• Cleaning chillers and shelving
• Assisting with general kitchen duties as directed

Permanent role, 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE) working term time only at our Lincoln Campus. Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM.Salary: $59,192 per annum (pro-rated for term-time), approx. $28.38 per hour

Kā tino Pūkeka/Whēako | Essential skills/experience for the role

You will have:

• NCEA Level 1 or equivalent hospitality experience (an advantage)
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Clear communication skills with staff and customers
• Good organisational skills and problem-solving ability
• A high level of honesty and integrity

Kā hua ka riro ki a koe | What's in it for you?

At Lincoln University, you'll be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity.

From day one, enjoy a range ofbenefitsdesigned to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance, including:

• Grow your career with expert-led training & mentorship
• Generous leave – six weeks of paid leave per year (based on 1.0 FTE)
• Annual salary reviews to recognise your contributions
• Eye care support – contributions toward eye tests and glasses
• Free on-site parking for added convenience
• Flexible, family-friendly work environment promoting work-life balance
• Wellbeing support – free, confidential services through ClearHead
• Exclusive employee benefits with Southern Cross Health Insurance
• On-campus gym with discounted membership fees
• Access to an on-site early childhood centre with staff discounts
• Engaging social culture – staff groups, activities & events
• A vibrant university community – beautiful gardens, on-site cafés & a collaborative atmosphere.

Mō mātou | About us

Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki | Lincoln University is a specialist institution dedicated to impactful research and higher education that supports land-based industries in New Zealand and globally.

Our campus sits at the heart of the Lincoln research precinct, complemented by university-owned farms and research stations that blend education, research, and hands-on learning. At Lincoln, students are at the heart of everything we do—we empower them to grow their potential and contribute to a more sustainably productive world through world-class teaching and research.

As a progressive university with an ambitious vision, we value a professional workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. Our staff engage with students, parents, government, iwi, and external stakeholders, upholding Lincoln University’s reputation through their work.

Our Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments begin with mana whenua. We honour our special relationship with Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki and Te Taumutu Rūnanga, embedded in our He Tūtohinga Whakamātau | Charter of Understanding.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Ready to apply? Submit your CV and a cover letter that highlights your fit for the role—tell us what makes you the ideal candidate!

Applications received via email will not be considered, however specific enquiry relating to the role can be made to *************@lincoln.ac.nz

We are only considering applicants who have current unrestricted legal working rights in New Zealand. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Applications will be reviewed as they come in. Submit yours as soon as possible to avoid missing out.