Chef

Hospitality · Grey, West Coast, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25 - $35/hr

Experienced chefs ready to move into a senior position in New Zealand should look closely at this opportunity. An established hospitality business in Grey, on the West Coast, is recruiting a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie for its kitchen operations across multiple venues.

The role offers exposure to varied hospitality settings, where you will take responsibility for quality, preparation and service while contributing to consistent food standards and efficient service, giving you valuable breadth for long-term career progression.

Assessment focuses on substance rather than titles: your actual kitchen experience, responsibilities, qualifications and ability to demonstrate claimed skills. Chefs from India and other countries with genuine commercial kitchen backgrounds can explore this opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Cook every meal to a dependable commercial standard
Be accountable for the kitchen operations and service needs allocated to you
Contribute to morning, midday and evening preparation and service covering breakfast, lunch and dinner
Plan mise en place and the day's food preparation
Portion, plate and complete each dish so it meets presentation standards
Produce sauces, gravies, garnishes and other elements of each dish
Cater for guests with dietary and special food needs
Assess incoming ingredients for quality and condition prior to use
Keep watch on stock and contribute to inventory control
Run and adjust commercial ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
Ensure the kitchen and its equipment stay tidy, functional, safe and in working order
Collaborate with the broader brigade of chefs and kitchen staff
Mentor junior team members by guiding, training and helping them in practice
Uphold hygiene, food safety and workplace procedures
Lend support to functions, special events and extra service demands
Propose seasonal dishes and improvements to the menu
Sustain quality and consistency when service is under pressure, adapt to differing needs across multiple venues and cover rostered shifts including weekends, early mornings and late evenings

Requirements & Eligibility

NZ Register Diploma or a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience
A proven background in commercial kitchens
An authentic work record that reflects the level of kitchen experience claimed
Capacity to supply documents supporting qualifications and prior employment
Strong practical ability in cooking and preparing food
A history of handling busy services
Confidence cooking across breakfast, lunch and dinner
Sound knowledge of portion control, plating presentation and food quality
Capacity to work quickly while upholding professional standards
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Leadership during service, including owning responsibility and supporting or training other kitchen staff
Familiarity with food safety, hygiene and commercial kitchen practices, plus flexibility to cover weekends, early mornings, evenings and rostered shifts
Baking or dessert experience is an advantage
Applicants requiring employer-supported visa sponsorship may be considered

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