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Canteen Assistant - Edendale

General Information

Date Published
27-Mar-2026
Advertising Ends
08-Apr-2026
ID#
15289
Role Type
Manufacturing
Work Type
Permanent Full-Time
Workplace Type
On-site
Country
New Zealand
Location
Southland

Position Description

Our Co-operative

Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō | Imagine Tomorrow with Us
At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves. 

Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution. 

Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.

He kupu mō mātou | About us
Established in 1881, our Edendale manufacturing site is New Zealand’s oldest dairy processing site and with 13 plants, we produce 14 million bags of milk powder each year for export and process up to 15 million litres of milk every day in peak season.


Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity
Joining us as a Canteen Assistant, you will play a key part in a small, hard-working team providing exceptional food quality and customer service at our onsite Canteen supporting 700+ staff, contractors and visitors.

Day to day you’ll be involved in the preparation of food and meals, taking food orders, serving customers at the till, stocktaking, undertaking stringent hygiene and cleaning duties. We are looking for a passionate and innovative foodie who is interested in contributing to ways we can make our customers happy and take our canteen to the next level!

This role is Rostered Days (4 on, 4 off) with the typical hours being 5am to 3.30pm. 

You will receive full training to make sure we meet auditing and compliance requirements and there are lots of opportunities for you to grow and develop with us.

   
Mōu | About You
We’re looking for a natural cook assistant that can work in a fast-paced environment, supporting all the aspects of the canteen. If collaborating on new food ideas and customer experiences excites you then we’d love to hear from you. 

Ideally you will have:
• Previous experience from within the hospitality and catering industries or with bulk food preparation 
• Excellent communication and customer services skills, can-do attitude and commitment to service delivery is an absolute must 
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations 
• Experience operating a till, cash handling and stock ordering 
• Basic computer and numeracy skills 
• Ability to collaborate and work well within a team

Ngā Aura | Our Values 
At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz

Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You 
We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:
  • Fair and equitable pay
  • Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Career growth support
  • Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
  • Employee recognition
  • Support for community involvement and cultural connection
To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers

Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities
At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

Tātou Tātou | Join Us
Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together. 

You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.

He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion.
Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation. 

We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions). 

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth. 

If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou. 

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 8th April 2026