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 Fonterra Whareroa, Hawera, as a Chef Manager. This is a permanent full time position. You will be responsible for organizing and managing the contract in accordance with Compass Group and client standards, ensuring great quality catering services.
Ko o kawenga / Your responsibilities:
Develop and maintain effective business relationships with clients, ensuring long-term and mutually beneficial partnerships.
Plan and control menu-based catering, preparing, cooking, and presenting food to meet client and customer expectations.
Manage inventory, establish stock control systems, and implement effective food waste management procedures.
Lead and manage a team, providing training, performance feedback, and resolving performance issues.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food safety legislation, maintaining a safe and secure workplace.
He kōrero mōu / About you:
In-depth understanding of Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment principles.
Proven experience in managing successful teams and single-site operations within the industry.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage a budget and identify business opportunities.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to form productive relationships with clients and team members.
Computer literate with a thorough comprehension of food hygiene practices.
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
