Technician Food Design Institute
Permanent, full-time
Tēnā koutou katoa
Ko wai mātou | About us as an organisation
At Te Kura Matatini ki Otago/Otago Polytechnic, a business division of Te Pūkenga, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining kaimahi (staff) who are passionate, creative, future-focused and dedicated to help set the direction for quality vocational and applied learning to meet tomorrow’s needs.
We are guided by our values and we are proud to be Rainbow Tick certified. We aspire to create a working environment that is inclusive and meets the aspirations of mana whenua ensuring equity for Māori and increasing access for all.
Mō te tūraka mahi | About the role
This role is central to the smooth running of our teaching kitchens, commercial outlets and programmes. You’ll provide essential technical and administrative support to staff and learners, ensuring resources, equipment, and spaces are well prepared, safe, and fit for purpose. You’ll work with our FDI kaimahi (staff) team and also have communication with our tauira (learners). This role supports the academic staff in the efficient running of our department.
Key responsibilities include:
- Oversight of the schools Food Control Plan and compliance with food safety requirements.
- Supporting health and safety practices across training kitchens.
- Budget and stock management of class materials and supplies.
- Preparing and maintaining teaching spaces, equipment, and resources.
- Assisting with the promotion of Food Design Institute programmes at events and open days.
- Providing professional, customer-focused support to staff, learners, and external partners.
Ko wai koe | About you
Our preferred candidate will have a good understanding of food items along with great communication and organisational skills. You will be able to work without direct supervision, however you will be guided and supported in the role.
We’re seeking someone with:
Experience in financial administration and customer service in a hospitality context.
- Strong technical knowledge of food and beverage commodities, kitchen equipment and stock management.
- High computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Finance 1).
- Working knowledge of the Health & Safety at Work Act and the Food Act 2014.
- Initiative, strong time management, stock and equipment management and a collaborative approach.
A tertiary-level qualification in hospitality or related field, and experience with finance systems, would be advantageous.
You will be a productive team member to take this hands-on role as it's crucial support to our team. You’ll have a positive attitude towards your work and a sense of humour.
The successful applicant will uphold our organisation’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi by continuously developing and upholding your understanding of our obligations and connection with Te Tiriti as an individual and as an organisation
Through recognition, empowerment and inclusion, you will give greater acknowledgement to the unmet needs of Māori, Pasifika and disabled people and their whanau.
You will have demonstrable health and safety best practices and enjoy being part of a team who support each other. You will easily be able to build and maintain relationships and communicate well via email, phone and face-to-face.
For specific Information please contact Adrian Woodhouse 0800 762 786 or adrian.woodhouse @op.ac.nz
For a position description or to apply please click on the link.
Applications close 5pm, Monday 29 September 2025
