Untouched World Kitchen | Christchurch
At Untouched World, we're more than just a café, we're part of a global movement for positive change. Our award-winning café in Burnside reflects our values, offering fresh, seasonal food made from quality local ingredients and prepared with care and creativity. We are looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our passionate kitchen team and help deliver exceptional food experiences for our customers.
About the Role
Working alongside the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, leading by example and ensuring every dish reflects our commitment to quality, flavour, and presentation.
This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, with shifts typically running from 7:00am to 3:00pm, offering excellent work-life balance. You'll enjoy Sundays and Mondays off, with occasional evening work required to support functions and special events.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef who enjoys creating fresh, seasonal food, mentoring a team, and contributing to a positive and professional kitchen culture.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations
Prepare and present fresh, high-quality food to a consistently high standard
Assist with seasonal menu development and daily specials
Create and deliver dishes that cater to a range of customer preferences and dietary requirements
Lead, motivate, and mentor kitchen team members
Manage stock control, ordering, and food costs
Maintain food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards
Ensure consistency, efficiency, and attention to detail in every service
About You
Previous experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Chef de Partie ready to take the next step
Passion for fresh, seasonal, wholesome food
Experience preparing a wide range of dishes and catering to varying dietary requirements
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a busy kitchen
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
A positive attitude and commitment to being part of a great team
About Us
At Untouched World Kitchen, we create fresh, seasonal food that reflects our commitment to wellbeing and sustainability. Our menu celebrates quality New Zealand ingredients, bringing together wholesome café favourites, seasonal dishes, and cabinet offerings that are full of flavour and beautifully presented. We believe great food should be nourishing, memorable, and made with care.
Benefits
Competitive remuneration based on experience
Primarily daytime hours, supporting work-life balance
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities to contribute to menu creation and innovation
Staff benefits across the Untouched World Group
The opportunity to work for a respected New Zealand brand committed to sustainability, quality, and wellbeing
If you're passionate about creating exceptional food and want to join a team that values quality, creativity, and sustainability, we'd love to hear from you.