Chef Jobs in New Zealand

• Permanent, Full Time Position + Wellness Plan + EAP Services
• Competitive Wage + Discounted Goods & Services
• Training + Development Programs + Career Development opportunities

He angitūtanga / The opportunity:

At Compass Group we have partnered with Air New Zealand as one team to create an incomparable lounge experience that people value and remember. We are looking to build our team in our Air New Zealand Lounge at Christchurch Airport, and are now looking for two enthusiastic Buffet Chefs. This is a Permanent Full Time Position.

Our Chefs are at the very heart of what we do. Hundreds of thousands of people around New Zealand rely on us every day to provide their breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

Ko o kawenga / Your responsibilities:

• The Buffet Chef is present for opening and closing of the buffet, is available for guest assistance, to maintain food quality and safety throughout service.
• Check food quality, prior to leaving the kitchen and while on the buffet, ensuring culinary specifications and standards are met.
• Provide a warm, friendly and welcoming style of service to all customers.
• Focus on Mana-aki-tanga: Hospitality, kindness and support
• Work effectively in a team
• Be able to lift up to 20kg

He kōrero mōu / About you:

• Providing outstanding service, developing opportunities to retain and win business
• Supporting our people to achieve their potential and deliver results for the business
• Demonstrates a positive and flexible attitude to change
• Previous experience in a catering environment
• Holding a NZQA Food Handling Certificate (Units 167 & 168)

Nga painga / Benefit & Perks:

• Competitive remuneration.
• Training & Development Programs
• Career Development Opportunities
• Discounts on Medical insurance, and banks, to hotels, insurance, and more!
• Rewards and recognition.
• EAP Services

Mo matou / About us:  

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest provider of food and support services across multiple industries.
• These industry sectors are managed by our sub brands Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS.
• We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.
• Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
• Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We are an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

Successful candidates will be able to satisfactorily pass a police clearance.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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For any recruitment queries please contact the Compass Group Recruitment team on recruitment@compass-group.co.nz

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