Kitchen Hand | Ringawera

Mō te tūngaAbout the role:

Were growing our team of Kitchen Hands and are looking for enthusiastic Kitchen Hands/Kitchen Porters to join our Hospitality & Events this vital support role youll be playing a key part in the smooth delivery of catering services across the Parliamentary precinct.

The Parliamentary Hospitality & Events team showcases premium New Zealand hospitality delivering memorable experiences across Parliament through venues such as Huihui events Copperfields Café Pint of Order bar and Bellamys.

The Kitchen Hand role contributes to the teams success by:

• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Support highprofile service by keeping dishes and kitchen equipment impeccably clean and ready for use.
• Receiving unpacking and storing deliveries accurately and efficiently.
• Supporting chefs and kitchen staff with food preparation tasks as needed.
• Collaborating with the Events team to ensure seamless event service delivery.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced team-oriented environment and enjoys hands-on work. If you are dependable proactive and have a keen eye for detail youll fit right in.

Tō kete What you will bring to the role:

If youre motivated friendly reliable and trustworthy we want to hear from you! While experience in kitchens or hospitality is a bonus its your positive attitude and willingness to support your colleagues that matter most. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience working in an iconic setting and be part of a dynamic team.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou Whats in it for you

• x3 permanent roles available: x2 part time (15hrs per week) x1 full time (40hrs per week).
• We want you to succeed here so youll be joining a supportive and empowering team who provide thorough one on one training in the role.
• Be part a high performing group who is well known in the business for their exceptional customer service and has won internal team recognition awards!
• Work in an exciting and ever-changing environment where you are in the heart of democracy and a part of the action at Parliament.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply:

To apply click the Im Interested button to upload your CV and complete the online application form.

Please note: The Seek advert will close at 12pm due to default settings; however if you visit Careers at Parliament the advert will remain open until midnight (12am) on the specified closing date.

Applications close at midnight 12^th March 2026.

All applications must be submitted online. If this is not possible or to arrange a confidential kōrero please email

Note: We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes (depending on application numbers this date may change and the role may close early). You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video.

The Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Clerk appoint on merit and are committed to diversity and inclusion and good employer principles. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and value the experience that your point of difference brings.

If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.