KITCHEN PORTERS - PERMANENT FULL TIME at Te Papa, Wellington - Wairarapa

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Te Papa stands proud as an iconic national building housing the treasures of the nation and is a vibrant destination for both national and international visitors.  Along with our Museum operations, we are also a multi-venue functions and events operation, and we are now seeking Kitchen Porters to join our Kitchen Venues team, in a full time, permanent role.

These positions are key operational support roles for our busy, fast paced Kitchen, completing deep cleaning tasks and lifting/carrying kitchen items and equipment. You will take pride in the level of hygiene and cleanliness that you provide.

 Ideally you will have:

• The ability to work under pressure in a busy environment
• Basic food preparation and storage knowledge including HACCP principles
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen or catering operation

• Attention to detail and a good understanding of hygiene and cleaning practices

We operate 7 days a week therefore your flexibility to work over a 7 day roster including Public Holidays and weekend work are essential criteria for suitability. 

The salary range for this position is $47,450 to $48,180. Offers will be made within the range to reflect the skills and experience offered by the candidate and those required of the role, and internal relativities with other employees.

Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Appointment to a position at Te Papa will require the production of evidence, prior to the commencement of work, of a “MY Vaccine Pass' issued by the Ministry of Health. 

Prior to Te Papa confirming any offer of employment, pre-employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.

Applications close 31 May 2022