Permanent role with 32 guaranteed hours per week
Bring your culinary leadership to a premium lounge environment
Grow your career with training and formal career pathways

He angitūtanga / The opportunity:

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our culinary team at Strata Lounge, Auckland Airport.

This is a permanent position with 32 guaranteed hours per week. You will support the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, preparing and presenting quality food while helping maintain consistent culinary, food safety and service standards.

Working alongside the wider team, you will support kitchen operations, menu planning, stock management and food cost control while coaching team members and contributing to a positive and productive kitchen environment.

Ko o kawenga / Your responsibilities:

Prepare, cook and present food to consistently high quality standards.
Support the day-to-day supervision and coordination of kitchen operations.
Assist with menu planning, portion control and managing dietary requirements.
Manage stock, storage and rotation while helping minimise food waste.
Coach and support kitchen team members while maintaining food safety and health and safety standards.

He kōrero mōu / About you:

A recognised cookery qualification or equivalent culinary training.
Previous experience in a similar chef role within a professional kitchen environment.
Strong culinary skills with a commitment to quality, presentation and consistency.
Good communication and teamwork skills with the ability to support and coach others.
A reliable, flexible and organised approach, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure.

Experience with menu planning, stock control and food cost management would be advantageous.

Nga painga / Benefits & 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.

Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits.

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, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.
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 committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

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 [email protected].

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