Catering Assistant | OnCampus Waikato

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Catering Assistant to provide excellent service and contribute to a top-notch catering experience, hosted at Mangakotukutuku and Raroera in Hamilton. In this role, you'll greet customers, assist with event setups, and ensure a seamless service by delivering food and beverages in a professional and timely manner. You’ll also ensure customer areas and event spaces are always clean, tidy, and well-presented, providing a welcoming atmosphere for guests.

Your responsibilities will include delivering catering services across campus, maintaining high standards for food presentation, setting up and clearing tables, and assisting with catering deliveries. You’ll also ensure cleanliness in workspaces, assist with kitchen tidiness, and follow strict food safety and health regulations.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about food, enjoys practical work, and thrives in a team environment. If you are reliable, punctual, and have excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you.

Key Attributes:

• Enthusiastic about cooking and good food
• Reliable, punctual, and with great time management
• Friendly, approachable, and able to work well within a team
• Excellent personal hygiene and presentation
• Strong communication skills

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must hold a full, clean New Zealand driver’s license
• Must be able to work weekends
• Prior experience in kitchen or front-of-house roles preferred
• Hospitality-related qualifications are a plus (National Certificates in Hospitality)
• If you are ready to contribute to our dynamic team and deliver exceptional service, apply today!

About UCSA

Nau Mai Ki Te Rōpū Akonga ō Te Whare Wānanga ō Waitaha

Welcome to The University of Canterbury Students’ Association (UCSA)

Established in 1894, the UCSA is a registered not-for-profit organisation that supports UC students to succeed and belong.

Our organisation is governed by an elected Student Executive, and we employ over 300 staff. Together, we dish up a range of student-focused services, including advocacy and welfare, representation, subsidised dental and optometry, early learning centres, club support, events, and media.

The UCSA commercial team manages several cafes and bars, as well as sizeable catering and events teams delivering services to students, staff, external customers and commercial partners.

How to Apply

Please apply through our careers site.

Please note we will be reviewing applications as they are received and we reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the application closing date.