Experienced Knife Hands Jobs in New Zealand

• Full Time Hours, Permanent Position
• Work at New Zealand's leading provider of food services!
• Job security within a global company in the hospitality industry

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 and as such, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Permanent Full-Time Sous Chef to join our team at the stunning and award-winning Air NZ - Lounge in Wellington Airport

Ko o kawenga / Your responsibilities:

• Supervise the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Prepare, cook, and present food, ensuring quality control and portioning.
• Receive and store kitchen supplies, maintaining inventory and stock rotation.
• Maintain consumer satisfaction by exceeding expectations and gathering feedback.
• Apply catering control principles to minimize waste and ensure efficient food storage and processing.

He kōrero mōu / About you:

• NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Cookery or equivalent.
• Previous experience cooking in a similar environment and supervising staff.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive outlook and professional manner.
• Team player with the ability to work autonomously.
• Good communication skills, physically fit, and reliable.

Nga painga / Benefit & Perks:

• Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications.
• Formal Career Paths: We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses.
• Health & Safety Focus: A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment.
• Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more.
• Site-Specific Benefits: Depending on the site, tailored perks such as free uniforms, on-site parking, subsidized accommodation, and access to amenities like gyms and pools.

Mo matou / About us:

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS manage these industry sectors.
• We specialize in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients.
• Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
• 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 pass pre-employment checks satisfactorily.
• 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 at recruitment@compass-group.co.nz

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