Fast food worker, Kaimahi ō rangaranga
Also known as
- Fast food assistant, fast food server, fast food crew member, fast food crew person
Fast food workers take customer orders and serve food and drinks over a counter in fast food outlets and restaurants.

Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $29
Most common
$36
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax

Fast food workers
- usually work irregular hours and may work part time
- usually work in fast food outlets and restaurants
- need to be methodical, practical and work well in a team
Tasks
- communicate with customers to resolve complaints or ensure satisfaction
- clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment
- clean tableware
- process customer bills or payments
- take customer orders
- balance receipts
- operate cash registers
- serve food or beverages
- cook foods
- clean food service areas
Practical
Social
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job to become a fast food worker and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Hospitality (Level 2) OR a New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service - Restaurant Service (Level 3 or 4)
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually don't need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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