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Formerly Fable Christchurch, Mövenpick Christchurch is embracing an exciting new identity while continuing our commitment to exceptional service and genuine hospitality. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a globally recognised brand and help shape the future of one of Christchurch's premier hotels. Our current growth phase has been strategically planned but we are always on the lookout for talented people enthusiastic about a career in hospitality. Our people are what makes our business, and we put your well-being at the top of our priorities! 

We think of ourselves as a family: a close group of individuals, hardworking, and protective of each other and we love what we do. We like to identify and celebrate our individual personalities and strengths and channel these towards delivering the most enjoyable experiences for our guests, thereby enhancing loyalties and nurturing relationships at a very unique and exciting time for our company. 

The world is yours to explore, so join us today to start an adventure of a lifetime.

About the role

Ideally located in Christchurch Central, the Mövenpick Christchurch Hotel is looking for an experienced Chef De Partie who can manage their own section and be a productive player of the Kitchen team! 

This is a full-time position, reporting to the Head Chef. 


Key Responsibilities: 

  • Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation requirements

  • Receive deliveries and maintain stock rotation

  • Adhere to the Food Safety standards and maintain a clean, safe and tidy work environment at all times 

  • Ensure stock is controlled and rotated

  • Organise a daily work schedule and ordering requirements

  • Work unsupervised, being able to manage other chefs and orders

  • Primarily evening shifts, with occasional early morning breakfast shifts and weekend work required.

  • Assist in supervising and training of the kitchen staff


Skills and Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years' kitchen experience in a similar role in high-end restaurants or hotel environment

  • Experienced with busy kitchen service and able to work under pressure

  • Food Safety and/or relevant Cookery qualifications preferred

  • Physically fit and able to carry out Kitchen duties for a full shift. 

  • Punctual, organised and trustworthy

  • Ability to follow orders as well as to work unsupervised

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Attention to detail

  • A high level of personal cleanliness


What we offer at Mövenpick Christchurch:

  • Paid Birthday Off

  • Endless career and growth opportunities

  • Fantastic rewards and recognition initiatives 

  • Flexible schedule to suit your lifestyle 

  • Free access to hundreds of online Hospitality courses

  • A variety of amazing corporate discounts


Sound like a good fit? We’d love to talk to you!

To apply now for this position, please click the ‘apply’ button and send us your CV and cover letter.