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Food and Beverage Factory Worker | Kaimahi Tohitū Whakanao Kai/Inu

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Food and beverage factory workers prepare ingredients, operate machinery, and bottle or package food and drink.

Cafe Worker | Kaimahi Toa Kawhe

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Cafe workers prepare, serve and sell food and drinks to customers at delicatessens, cafes, canteens and takeaway bars.

Cafe/Restaurant Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Toa Kawhe/Wharekai

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Cafe/restaurant managers are in charge of running cafes, restaurants and fast food outlets. They may also run catering businesses.

Geologist | Kaimātai Aro Whenua

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Geologists study Earth processes, such as earthquakes, floods and volcanic eruptions, to predict future events. They also advise on natural hazards and how to develop or use the Earth's land and resources.

Cook | Ringawera

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Cooks prepare, cook and serve food. They work in cafes, bars, hospitals, schools, daycare centres, fast food outlets, or for caterers.

5 surprising careers in food and fibre

Here are five jobs in food and fibre that could change your ideas about the industry.

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