6 Jobs in Ashburton

We are looking for chefs and kitchen hands for our restaurant

We are seeking chefs and kitchen hands to join our friendly team. The restaurant is located in Ashburton. 

Chefs

Job duties

• Planning menus
• Ensuring food quality and taste is of the highest standard
• Managing inventory of stock and ordering raw materials
• Controlling budgets and minimizing wastage
• Maintaining health and hygiene in the kitchen
• Organizing duty roster of the staff
• Recruiting, training and developing staff

An ideal applicant must have at least three year of relevant work experience or at least a level 4 qualification. 

The hourly rate will be $26-$0 per hour for a minimum of 30 hours per week. 

Kitchen hands

The work is physically demanding. An ideal applicant must be physically fit, responsible, have the ability to multitask and proactive. 

Responsibilities include assisting cthe hef with food preparation, washing dishes, kitchen cleaning, cleaning of restaurant, and restocking. 

The hourly rate will be $25 26 per hour for a minimum of 30 hours per week. 

Nationwide - Roles available across all regions of New Zealand

Pay & Benefits:

• Min $26.00 per hour to a maximum of $40.00 per hour
• Minimum 30 hours guaranteed per week 
• Full-time, permanent roles 
• PPE and tools provided 
• Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and commercial projects

Job Description:

Extrastaff, a Labour Hire Company, is hiring full-time Construction Technicians for deployment on infrastructure and commercial construction projects throughout New Zealand. Positions are full-time and permanent, with site location based on project demand

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Tasks required of you that is within your skills and capabilities that is necessary for the business of the company.
• Comply with all aspects of any contract, project or task and deliver customer services that meets or exceed the expectation of the customer or the Extrastaff business.
• Erect Scaffolding or ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Creating structures, forms or chutes and pouring concrete.
• Cover subfloors with building paper to keep out moisture and lay hardwood, parquet, or wood-strip-block floors by nailing floors to subfloor or cementing them to mastic or asphalt base.
• Fill cracks or other defects in plaster or plasterboard and sand patch, using patching plaster, trowel, and sanding tool.
• Position and secure steel bars, rods, cables, or mesh in concrete forms, using fasteners, rod-bending machines, blowtorches, or hand tools.
• General labouring cleaning construction sites as required by managers
• Loading and unloading building and construction materials, tools and equipment and transporting them around building sites.
• All other duties as assigned.

 

Skills and experience required:

 

• Some experience in construction industry is preferable, but not essential.
• Friendly, with good time management, & excellent work ethic are essential
• Time management skills
• A commitment to learning and developing your skills within the industry
• Sound knowledge of H&S procedures
• Reliable and hardworking
• Fabricate and install custom joinery and cabinetry
• General framing, fix-outs, door hanging, skirting and architraves
• Measure and cut materials with precision
• Work as part of a team
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workspace
• Collaborate with other trades where needed
• Must be able to pass Criminal Check and Drug Test

 

Nationwide Opportunity and Travel:Although this role is listed in Otago, we are recruiting for positions to be deployed across all regions of New Zealand, depending on project requirements.For for clarification, these regions are 

North Island: Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke’s Bay, Taranaki, Manawatu-Whanganui,  Wellington.

South Island: Tasman, Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast, Canterbury, Otago, Southland.

Applicants are invited to apply from any of these regions and must be willing to travel or relocate within the country as needed, relocation costs will be covered by the company

How to Apply:If you are looking for a new challenge with an opportunity for a dynamic working environment and the possibility of travel, please click APPLY, attach your resume and brief covering letter outlining your experience.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Our client base in the Canterbury Region is looking for 3 motivated & physically fit Arborists.

Who can lead & perform the below, to service the broader Mid Canterbury and Selwyn areas?

• Tree Assessments: Conduct thorough evaluations of tree health, structure, and condition through visual inspections, diagnostic tests, and risk assessments.

• Tree Maintenance: Develop and implement comprehensive tree care plans, including pruning, trimming, shaping, rigging, and fertilization, to promote optimal growth, health, and safety.

• Tree Preservation: Utilize specialized equipment and techniques to perform tree climbing, rigging, and aerial work for maintenance tasks at various heights, ensuring minimal impact on tree health and surrounding landscapes.

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of tree assessments, maintenance activities, client communications, and job site documentation using digital tools, written reports, or database systems.

• Continuing Education: Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in arboriculture by attending training programs, workshops, and seminars, and obtaining relevant certifications.

• Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols, regulations, and industry standards, including using personal protective equipment (PPE), equipment maintenance, and compliance with environmental regulations.

•  Client Communication: Collaborate with property owners, landscapers, property managers, and government agencies to address tree-related concerns, provide expert recommendations, and ensure client satisfaction.   

  Requirements

   A minimum of 3 years experience in a related field or a level 4 certificate

  • NZ Citizenship/NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

  Police & medical certificate required

  Recent drug test

  Driver's license

  Did not claim acc for the last 3 years

  Please email your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications

The Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant is seeking a dynamic Duty Manager to work alongside and support the General Manager in leading a team of happy smiley people who love delivering the best hospitality and top-notch food and drink.

Located in Methven, Mount Hutt village, Mid Canterbury. Within easy reach of the ski slopes and conveniently located just over an hour south of Christchurch City.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This position is Full-time, permanent, a minimum of 30 guaranteed hours per week

Located in Methven, Mount Hutt village, Mid Canterbury, The Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant is seeking a Duty Manager to work alongside and support the General Manager in leading a team. This role is a hybrid position where the Duty Manager is expected to manage the social media for the restaurant.

Due to the venues rural location, you will need to have reliable transport to ensure you can get to and from work.

REPORTING TO: General Manager

Your primary function will be to oversee the operation in the absence of the General Manager, to ensure operating efficiency in all areas and that the quality of food and beverages served meet both the customers and the establishments standards. To supervise and manage the team in the absence of the General Manager. To assist the Owner of the business with the creation and content of social media and other online marketing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :      

▪    Assist the General Manager to impart knowledge, skills and training to all front of house staff to ensure high standards.

▪    Assist the owner to maintain a high level of presence online assisting with ideas and creating content to market the venue online.

▪    Help identify, develop and maintain establishment policies and procedures.

▪    Receive and confirm reservations and ensure staff adherence to customer reservation details

▪    Ensure the restaurant and bar is correctly set up and clean before the operation opens for customers.

▪    Check with the Head Chef to ensure the kitchen is set up, ready and prepared for service.

▪    Ensure the venue is correctly cleaned and re-set, as required, at the end of the day.

▪    Meet and greet customers and inform on food and beverage options.

▪    Liaise with kitchen staff to find out about specials and menu changes.

▪    In the absence of the General Manager you will supervise and coordinate activities of front of house staff during a shift.

▪    Set procedures to ensure a high standard of customer service and customer satisfaction (in conjunction with the General Manager).

▪    Assist to m anage staff rosters/staff records.

▪    Assist to u ndertake staff appraisals, performance management and disciplinary action when required.

▪    Have extensive knowledge of local and international food and beverage trends.       

▪    Help the General Manager to ensure set policies and standards for health & safety at work in all venue service areas are maintained.

▪    Ensure all equipment and work environments in the front of house area are operational.

▪    Report any maintenance issues to the General Manager

▪    Order and maintain (non-food) inventory to ensure efficient operations, when required.

▪    Ensure compliance with cash management procedures.

▪    Ensure compliance with venue security procedures.

▪    Ensure compliance with the establishment’s host responsibility practices and adherence to sale and supply of alcohol regulations.

▪    Ensure customer enquiry and complaints procedures are maintained and ensure all enquiries and complaints are handled promptly and efficiently.

▪    Inspect restrooms for cleanliness and availability of supplies and clean restrooms when necessary.

▪    Uphold morale in the restaurant.

▪    Ensure relationship between front of house and kitchen staff is of a high standard.

▪    Assist with management of front of house meetings.

▪    Any other duties the employer or General Manager may reasonably require.

INTERPERSONAL & PERSONAL SKILLS :

▪    Motivational and leadership skills

▪    Ability to delegate and give instructions

▪    Positive attitude, outgoing, friendly personality

▪    Energetic attitude

▪    Extensive alcohol and beverage knowledge

▪    Ability to work competently under pressure

▪    Ability to multi-task

▪    Organisational ability

▪    Customer service orientation

▪    Good communication skills (oral)

▪    Committed to team, establishment and excellence

▪    Reliable and flexible to change

MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS:

·    Due to the hybrid style of this position, a bachelor’s degree is required in either Hospitality, Management or Marketing.

• In addition to this will need to have at least one year of hospitality including, experience with opening and closing a hospitality premises, having taken some responsibility for daily cash up including till and EFTPOS reconciliation.

·    Hold an LCQ to work within a licenced premises (or be in the final stages of gaining this).

ADDITIONAL REQUIRMENTS:

·    Due to the venues rural location, you will need to have reliable transport to ensure you can get to and from work.

·    Must be available to work on a rostered basis between 7am and 12am

·    Experience and proven ability to independently manage, coordinate and take responsibility for a full Restaurant Service. Coordinating walk-ins and bookings while supporting the team in running their different sections. To ensure the successful delivery of food & drinks and the smooth running of the host and till stations.

• Experience with managing the Kitchen Pass. To be able to manage the flow of food and the quality of food coming through the pass from the kitchen. Communicating with the Front of House Team and the Head Chef and Kitchen team to ensure a smooth service and the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
• Experience delivering the highest standards of drink service both to the table and at the bar. Able to open and pour wine at the table. Carrying drinks on trays. A broad understanding of different wine with experience making cocktails from scratch to recipes and working with Artisan Coffee.
• Experience working to daily budgets, managing stock inventory and assisting with ordering

Only available to New Zealand citizens or residents 

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Deisel Mechanic

• Permanent position
• Local work for local people
• Career development opportunities

Enjoy your work and establish a solid career path in our family-owned, progressive civil construction company.

Rooney Earthmoving Ltd is a large family-owned South Island business with work bases in Invercargill, Oamaru, Waimate, Timaru, Ashburton and Christchurch. We have been around for over 45 years and have become a trusted, progressive brand in the civil construction industry.

We are currently recruiting for permanent roles to join our Ashburton Workshop team.

What’s so great about us? We offer:

• Local job security in an ever-changing market
• Career progression – mentorship and development opportunities
• Supportive team – Local people who care about their city.
• Competitive pay rates and modern equipment.

Due to growth and development, we have an opening for a Deisel Mechanic with attributes including:

• Qualified Deisel Mechanic or similar with at least 5 years full time experience.
• Experience working on heavy earthmoving plant and transport equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail with thorough working methods.
• Knows about productivity and operates with a happy positive attitude.
• A team player with safe work practices including use of PPE.

As a member of the Rooney Earthmoving team, you can reap the rewards of working locally with a great company that works on exciting projects. Applicants must hold a current NZ work visa.