About City Produce Ltd

City Produce Ltd is an Auckland-based wholesale foodservice supplier providing fresh whole and prepared produce to foodservice businesses. Our product range includes fresh fruit and vegetables, prepared vegetables, peeled and cut produce, herbs and salad ingredients.

We are seeking reliable and motivated two Food Processing Workers to assist with the preparation, processing, quality checking, packing and handling of fresh produce for our customers. Minimum 30 hours gauranteed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Receive, unload and transfer fresh fruit, vegetables and other produce to designated processing and storage areas.
  • Inspect incoming produce for freshness, quality, damage and suitability for processing.
  • Sort, grade and select fruit and vegetables according to product specifications and quality standards.
  • Wash, clean, peel, trim, cut, slice, dice, grate and portion fruit and vegetables using appropriate tools and equipment.
  • Prepare vegetables, salad ingredients, fresh herbs and other produce in accordance with customer orders and processing instructions.
  • Weigh and measure produce accurately using scales and other measuring equipment.
  • Place prepared produce into suitable containers, bags or packaging for storage and delivery.
  • Label packages accurately and check product descriptions, quantities and presentation before dispatch.
  • Conduct basic visual quality checks and report damaged, defective or unsuitable produce to the supervisor.
  • Maintain the required production pace while ensuring accuracy, consistency and minimal product waste.
  • Store raw and prepared produce in designated areas and follow applicable temperature-control and stock-handling procedures.
  • Clean and sanitise work surfaces, utensils, equipment and processing areas in accordance with food hygiene requirements.
  • Separate and dispose of waste appropriately, including breaking down cardboard for recycling.
  • Follow workplace health and safety procedures, wear appropriate protective clothing and footwear, and maintain a clean working environment.
  • Assist with other food preparation, packing, storage and production duties reasonably required by the supervisor.

Qualification and Experience

  • No formal qualification is essential where the employer provides appropriate on-the-job training. Previous food-handling or fresh produce processing experience is desirable. Training will be provided in relevant processing procedures, food hygiene, equipment use and workplace safety.
  •  Previous experience in food processing, fresh produce preparation, food manufacturing or packing would be an advantage.

 

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the position.

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