NZ Positions
Catering Manager
Finlay Park Adventure Camp – Cambridge
Do you love seeing people well-fed and content after an action-packed day of activities? Do you have a desire to get creative with food? If people, hospitality, and culinary creativity are your passions, catering at Finlay Park might just be your perfect next step.
The Role
You’ll be the heart of the camp, fuelling our guests with much-needed sustenance to keep their energy high.
Your core responsibilities will include:
• Menu Planning: Crafting delicious, balanced meals for diverse groups.
• Inventory & Ordering: Managing stock and ordering food efficiently.
• Meal Preparation: Prepping high-quality ingredients with care.
• Kitchen Leadership: Leading the food service team to ensure smooth, timely delivery.
Our Mission & Community
Finlay Park is more than just an adventure centre. Here, you will be an active contributor to our ministry camps, which are fundamental to our core mission. Our mission is to be a world class adventure camp showcasing the Love of Jesus and the beauty of God’s creation. Because we operate as a tight-knit community, you'll also have the opportunity to pitch in with the wider upkeep and care of our beautiful grounds during quieter catering periods.
Are you the right fit? We are looking for someone who:
• Masters Time Management: You understand what it takes to deliver great meals strictly on schedule.
• Has an Eye for Detail: You care about flavours, portion control, dietary requirements, and upholding high health and safety standards.
• Thrives in a Team: You know that a smooth meal service relies on excellent communication and clear delegation.
• Is Forward-Thinking: You love to learn, adapt, and grow with the future of hospitality.
How to Apply
Ready to start your next chapter?
Contact Gus by emailing your CV and a brief introduction to: gus@finlaypark.co.nz
Catering Assistant - Pathway to Catering Coordinator
Finlay Park Adventure Camp - Cambridge
Position Type: Currently Part time but growing into a full time role. However, if you are happy to serve camp in other areas this role could be full time.
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Training Provided: Fully supported qualifications through ServiceIQ
About Us
Nestled in the heart of the Waikato, our camp provides a welcoming, high-energy environment where groups come together to experience outdoor adventure, community, and personal growth. As a Christian camp, our Christian faith, values, and community spirit are at the core of everything we do. We aim to serve every guest with warm Kiwi hospitality, nourishing food, and excellence.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an enthusiastic, hard-working Catering Assistant to join our busy kitchen team immediately.
This is more than just a kitchen job—it is a clear career pathway. For the right candidate, this role offers room to grow rapidly into the Catering Coordinator, where you will take on increased leadership, menu planning, ordering, and overall kitchen management.
To support your career growth, we will fund and walk alongside you as you undertake nationally recognized hospitality and commercial catering qualifications through ServiceIQ.
Key Responsibilities
As Catering Assistant:
• Assist with high-volume food preparation, cooking, and service for camp groups, conferences, and retreats.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness, and compliance with Food Safety regulations.
• Assist with dishwashing, kitchen resets, and stock rotation.
• Support special dietary requirements (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, allergies) with care and diligence.
• Deliver warm, friendly service to campers, volunteers, and guest groups.
Pathway to Catering Coordinator (Future Scope):
• Menu design, batch costing, and dietary accommodation management.
• Supplier ordering, inventory management, and food safety audit compliance.
• Leading, roster planning, and mentoring kitchen staff and volunteers.
What We Are Looking For
• Kitchen Experience: Prior experience in commercial kitchens, catering, or high-volume food prep is an advantage, but enthusiasm and a strong work ethic are most important.
• Culture & Ethos Fit: Alignment with our Christian mission and values. You are excited to be part of a vibrant, faith-centered community culture.
• Growth Mindset: Eager to learn, take on feedback, and study toward formal ServiceIQ qualifications.
• Reliability & Stamina: Able to work hard, stay calm under pressure, and manage the physical demands of a commercial camp kitchen.
• Team Player: Friendly, positive attitude with a heart to serve others.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work weekend shifts and varied hours depending on camp bookings.
What We Offer
• Career Progression: A defined, supported pathway to step into the Catering Coordinator position.
• Professional Development: Fully funded Industry Training through ServiceIQ (Gain recognized NZQA qualifications while you earn).
• Vibrant Environment: Work in a beautiful Waikato location surrounded by nature and a supportive, mission-focused team.
• Immediate Start: Jump right in and make an immediate impact.
• Fair Compensation: Competitive remuneration tailored to your experience level.
How to Apply
If you are ready to serve our community, grow your kitchen leadership skills, and be part of our camp family, we would love to hear from you!
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for our team to:
• Contact Person: Gus Johannes
• Email: gus@finlaypark.co.nz or office@finlaypark.co.nz
• Phone: 027 7845 996
Adventure and Sports Coordinator/Outdoor instructor
MiCamp Taupo/Whakamaru
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: General Manager, Lead Instructor, and other nominated supervisors as designated.
About the Role
MiCamp Trust is seeking an energetic, motivated Adventure and Sports Coordinator/Outdoor Instructor to lead and deliver engaging, safe, and inclusive outdoor and sports-based programmes for children, youth, and community groups.
As an Adventure & Sports Coordinator, you will take the lead with our adventure and sports activities by taking our ‘Go Beyond’-Program from the foundation phase to the next level!
This role is central to creating positive, fun, and development-focused experiences that support teamwork, confidence, and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver adventure-based learning and sports activities
• Facilitate group games, outdoor challenges, and team-building programmes
• Ensure all activities are safe, well-supervised, and age-appropriate
• Conduct and follow risk assessments and health and safety procedures
• Support staff and volunteers in programme delivery and supervision
• Encourage participation, inclusion, and positive behaviour
• Adapt activities to suit different group needs and abilities
• Work collaboratively with camp staff to integrate activities into programmes
About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Has a personal Christian faith and alignment with the mission and values of the camp
• Is passionate about working with children and young people
• Is confident in leading group activities and outdoor experiences
• Is safety-conscious with strong awareness of risk management
• Is friendly, approachable, and a great team player
• Is flexible, reliable, and willing to support wider camp operations
• Has experience in sports, recreation, outdoor education, or youth work (preferred)
• Has a current first aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Has a full driver’s licence
Requirements
• Experience in leading sports, recreation, or adventure activities
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Commitment to safeguarding and child safety practices
• Police Vetting and suitability checks (required for children’s workers under the Children’s Act 2014 (New Zealand))
What We Offer
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact in young people’s lives
• Varied and active working environment
• Training and development opportunities
• Meaningful work in a Christ centred environment
• On site accommodation [if applicable]
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to: manager@micamp.co.nz
Site Manager
Teapot Valley Christian Camp is committed to providing a safe, fun environment where people experience growth in heart, mind, body and soul through camping activities infused with Christian faith and values
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Site Manager to lead the day to day operations of our camp. This is an exciting role for someone who is passionate about changing lives, enjoys practical hands on work, and thrives in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee daily site operations, including accommodation, facilities, grounds, and equipment
• Lead and supervise staff and volunteers, fostering a positive team culture
• Manage bookings, guest services, and camp group communications
• Ensure all health, safety, and compliance standards are met
• Assist with hosting groups, activities, and seasonal programmes as required
• Manage budgets, purchasing, and basic administration
About You
• Have experience in hospitality, outdoor recreation, or facility management.
• You will be a proactive, organised individual who enjoys working with people.
• A personal Christian faith and alignment with the mission and values of the camp
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience in team supervision or volunteer coordination
• Good organisational and administrative skills
• A heart for ministry, hospitality, and service
• Flexibility to work weekends or evenings
• Current first aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• A full driver’s licence
What We Offer
• Meaningful work in a Christ centred environment
• On site accommodation [if applicable]
• Supportive leadership and a strong, mission-focused community
• Opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of young people and families
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a cover letter using the button below
Applications close 30th of April 2026
Ministry Intern & Discipleship Coordinator
Totara Springs Christian Centre — Matamata
Totara Springs Christian Centre is looking for a passionate, organised Christian leader to coordinate our Internship Programme and strengthen discipleship across our ministries. If you love mentoring young adults, creating spiritual growth resources, and helping others grow in Christ, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
You will:
Lead and manage our annual Internship Programme (teaching, mentoring, events, placements).
Develop discipleship resources such as Bible studies, devotionals, and follow‑up content for camps.
Support ministry programmes across Kids, Teens, Family, and Easter Camps.
Build relationships with churches, schools, and community groups.
Maintain CRM records and communication workflows.
Model Christlike leadership and foster a spiritually healthy team culture.
Be involved in regular camp duties
What We’re Looking For
Experience in youth/young adult ministry, discipleship, or internship leadership.
Strong relational, communication, and organisational skills.
Ability to mentor young people in faith and life.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and basic database/CRM tools.
A committed follower of Jesus who aligns with TSCC’s mission and values.
Ministry Coordinator
Kauaeranga Valley Christian Camp (KVCC) is a small but growing camp ministry, with a heart for Jesus, and a passion for discipleship and leadership training. We are located near Thames, Coromandel.
At present, in addition to our group bookings we operate 7 themed kids holiday camps each year (with a junior leadership training program alongside each one), 5 leaders/discipleship training weekends, a week-long leaders/discipleship training week, and a year-round discipleship based internship called Akonga.
We are looking for a Ministry Camps Coordinator, who will lead us in the coordination and delivery of ministry camps. Primarily this includes the kids holiday camp programs, but this person would carry a vision for expanding our programming to include ministry to families (such as family camps, mother/daughter, father/son etc.) as well as many other amazing ministry opportunities that God may call us into. This person will be a part of our senior leadership team, bringing significant leadership and practical skills to this impactful ministry, and will work alongside our Discipleship and Training Coordinator to ensure quality leadership training and in depth discipleship is happening for everyone involved.
Ideally this will be a full-time role.
This person will:
- Be a leader (bringing appropriate vision, experience, and supervision to the role)
- Be passionate about the gospel and the specific opportunities camp presents to live out the gospel
- Would ideally have practical skills (to maintain existing activities or resources and with the creativity to inspire new).
- Be a team player and willing to serve in all areas of camps operation (we have an amazing team that we want you to be a part of)
For more information or enquiries please email Phil Taylor (Camp Manager) at:
manager@kvcc.org.nz
Activities Manager
Kauaeranga Valley Christian Camp (KVCC) is a small but growing camp ministry, with a heart for Jesus, and a passion for discipleship and leadership training. We are located near Thames, Coromandel.
We have a rare 'Activities Manager' role available. This person will be a part of our senior leadership team, bringing significant leadership and practical skills to this impactful ministry.
We're on the lookout for an individual who is passionate about being our Activities Manager. This person will:
- Be a leader (bringing appropriate vision, experience, and supervision to the role)
- Be passionate about camping, and specifically, the operation of camp activities (including the planning, training, and delivery of activities)
- Have practical building skills (to maintain existing activities and develop new activities).
- Be a team player and willing to serve in all areas of camps operation (we have an amazing team that we want you to be a part of)
At the present time we operate a large variety of activities but none are considered to be adventure based. It is KVCC's intention to move into this space in the future, so at this stage any experience regarding adventure based activities will be seen as an asset but not a requirement to the role.
For more information or enquiries please email Phil Taylor (Camp Manager) at: manager@kvcc.org.nz