Our Christchurch branch is looking for an experienced and hardworking Team Leader to assist the Manager with the day-to-day operations in the Prepared Produce Department. You will be part of a dynamic group that prepares, processes, and packs fresh vegetables and fruits according to customer orders.

What’s in it for you:

  • Immediate start
  • Permanent, Full-time role.
  • Working days: Sunday to Thursday
  • Working hours between 8.00 am and 5.00 pm (approx.)

Responsibilities include:

As the Team Leader, you are responsible for assisting the Prep. Produce Manager in leading, overseeing and managing all operational aspects of the department.

  • Supervise daily activities of the Prep. Produce department, including quality assurance, inventory control, and floor productivity.
  • Assist the Prep. Produce Manager in overseeing daily operations.
  • Lead and supervise the Prep. & packing teams to ensure efficiency and productivity.
  • Assist in managing order processing to meet customer requirements.
  • Monitor inventory levels and manage stock to prevent wastage or shortages.
  • Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
  • Ensure customer orders are fulfilled before dispatch.
  • Assist the team in cleaning, washing, and processing fresh produce.
  • Monitor product quality before packaging by closely inspecting.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, quality and health regulations and industry standards.

What you need: 

Our ideal candidates will be someone with relevant experience in the Fresh Produce industry or warehousing/processing roles. You must be able to work in a cold environment. You would be physically fit and strong as some heavy lifting is involved. You should be friendly and a people's person. 

  • Tertiary qualification or relevant experience in Produce or related field .
  • Around 1-2 years of experience in a Team Leader role, preferably in Prepared Produce.
  • Strong understanding of produce/ foodservices industry, including product knowledge, processing techniques and regulations.
  • Proficient in literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Strong computer skills, and ability to learn and work with multiple systems.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Be hardworking and reliable and must possess good work ethics.
  • Be flexible with hours and an excellent team player.
  • Able to lift weight up to 20-25 kg.
  • Have reliable transport and must be able to commit to full-time hours.

Why Join Us?

At Service Foods, we champion innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We value people who work hard, take pride in what they do, and are committed to delivering exceptional service.

We offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Career development and growth opportunities
  • A supportive, fast‑moving work environment

 If you are passionate about produce, operational excellence, and making a difference, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply: Please submit your application online, including your CV and any relevant details about your experience.

Eligibility: Applicants must have NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.

Pre‑Employment Checks: To ensure a safe and compliant workplace, successful candidates will need to complete:

  • ✅Employment reference checks
  • ✅Ministry of Justice and ACC checks
  • ✅Drug and alcohol testing with an accredited provider
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