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🥝 Army - Chef (Caterer)

Defence Technology Agency | waiouru, New-Zealand | Posted June 24, 2026

Job Description

NZ Army Chefs fulfil one of the most vital roles in keeping our soldiers sustained, healthy and happy. Trained in both culinary arts and front‑of‑house service, you are responsible for the consistent delivery of tasty, nutritious meals, using both your technical and creative skills.

About the role

Hospitality

Entry type

General entry

Under training

$69,883

Location

Army Chefs (Caterers) are responsible for consistently providing NZDF personnel with well‑balanced nutritious meals that will sustain them through arduous activities. You will interact with people from all ranks, trades and units within the organisation, whether you're utilising your catering skills at home in the mess (dining hall), overseas on operations, or during domestic and international culinary competitions.

You’ll be taught all you need to know to operate effectively in a small catering team, fulfilling cooking and canteen service duties...

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