- Innovative Culinary Environment: Be part of a team that values creativity and innovation in culinary arts.
- Career Advancement: Access to comprehensive training and development programs to help you advance your career.
- Supportive Community: Work in a collaborative and supportive environment that values your contributions.
He angitūtanga / The opportunity:
Join our team at Victoria University of Wellington as a Sous Chef. This is a Permanent Full Time position rostered during the education term. You will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving high-quality food for customers, residents, or clients, ensuring all tasks are performed in compliance with Health and Safety and Food Safety regulations.
Ko o kawenga / Your responsibilities:
- Supervise the kitchen when the head chef is absent.
- Prepare, cook, and present food, ensuring quality control and consumer satisfaction.
- Receive and store kitchen supplies, ensuring proper storage and rotation.
- Maintain consumer satisfaction by gathering feedback and striving to exceed expectations.
- Develop and update industry knowledge through internal training opportunities.
He kōrero mōu / About you:
- NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Cookery or equivalent.
- Previous experience cooking in a similar environment.
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive outlook and professional manner.
- Team player with good communication skills and a flexible approach.
- Physically fit, reliable, and able to pass police clearance.
Nga painga / Benefit & Perks:
- Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth.
- 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, prioritizing the well-being of employees and customers.
- 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 are available.
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. 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 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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