Careers at Te Puia

Our Legacy - Food & Beverage

Our Legacy - Wānanga

Our Legacy - Guides

Curious about a career at Te Puia? Become a part of our cultural legacy.

Nau mai ki Te Puia

Te ūkaipō o te whare pūmau i ngā taonga tuku iho

Tomo mai ki te whare i whakaarahia i roto i te pā tūwatawata o ngā tūmanako.

Te Puia is situated within the historic Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley, spanning 70 hectares in Rotorua. Home to the iconic Pōhutu geyser, bubbling mud pools, hot springs, and silica formations, Te Puia is full of natural wonders. Manuhiri (visitors) can also explore the native Kiwi bird and the prestigious national schools of wood carving, weaving and stone and bone carving at the New Zealand Māori Arts & Crafts Institute. For over 100 years, we have been sharing these taonga (treasures) with manuhiri, continuing this legacy with pride today.

As an iwi-owned organisation and industry tuakana, Te Puia leads with purpose. Governed by the NZ Māori Arts and Crafts Vesting Act 2020, we stand as kaitiaki (guardians), uplifting Māori culture and ensuring its place in the evolving world of tourism. Our values guide us in creating meaningful connections with manuhiri while honouring the heritage we protect.

Here at Te Puia, our values are at the heart of all that we do:

Tuku Iho – We share: We honour and uphold the knowledge, traditions and legacies passed down to us.
Tiaki – We protect: We protect and care for our people, place and culture – now and for generations to come.
Manaaki – We care: We uplift the mana of others through generosity, respect and care – ensuring everyone feels valued and seen.
Whakanui – We celebrate: We recognise and celebrate the achievements and contributions that strengthen our whānau and kaupapa.

If you’re inspired to be part of a team that celebrates, protects, and shares a living culture, we invite you to explore our current opportunities below. Whether a role fits your skills now or you’re dreaming of future possibilities, stay connected – our legacy is one you’ll want to be part of!

General Vacancies:

Commis Chef

Are you passionate about food and culture? Te Puia is looking for a talented and motivated Commis Chef to join our dynamic culinary team.

In this role, you’ll prepare and serve high-quality dishes that reflect the rich traditions of Māori culture, creating memorable dining experiences for our manuhiri. Whether working on our buffet offerings, cultural dining experiences, or private events, you’ll bring creativity, collaboration, and excellence to every plate.

Kaiārahi (Tour Guide)

We are gearing up for another exciting summer season and are looking for enthusiastic, customer-focused individuals to join our Visitor Experience team as Kaiārahi (Guides). As a Kaiārahi, you will play a crucial role in enriching the experience of our manuhiri by sharing the captivating stories of our culture, land, and people within Te Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, and Aotearoa.

Admissions Team Member

We’re currently in a busy and exciting summer season and are on the lookout for a customer-focused superstar to join our Visitor Experience team as an Admissions Team Member.