CHEFS – 4 POSITIONS

BAKERS/PASTRY CHEFS – 2 POSITIONS

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGERS – 2 POSITIONS

Full-Time | Permanent | Christchurch

We are looking for four Chefs, two Bakers/Pastry Chefs and two Assistant Restaurant Managers to join our professional hospitality team in Christchurch. These are full-time, permanent positions each offering a minimum of 35 guaranteed hours per week, with rostered shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

ABOUT US

We are a well-established Christchurch dining destination. We pride ourselves on structured systems, strong leadership and a positive team culture, with a strong focus on consistency, quality and efficient service.

We are looking for kitchen and front-of-house professionals who take pride in their work and want to contribute to a stable, well-run and collaborative environment.

CHEF – 4 POSITIONS

About the Role

As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking food to established recipes, specifications and presentation standards while working efficiently as part of a professional kitchen team. You will take responsibility for an allocated section of the kitchen during service and maintain consistent standards of food quality, preparation, presentation and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking menu items in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards
• Completing daily food preparation and mise en place requirements
• Managing an allocated kitchen section efficiently during service
• Maintaining consistent food quality, portioning and presentation
• Following food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures
• Maintaining a clean, organised and well-presented work area
• Assisting with stock rotation, stock control and preparation requirements
• Minimising food wastage through effective preparation and portion control
• Communicating effectively with the kitchen and wider hospitality team
• Supporting and assisting junior kitchen staff where required
• Working efficiently and calmly during busy service periods
• Contributing to a positive, professional and respectful kitchen culture

Skills & Experience Required

Applicants for the Chef positions must have:

• A relevant Level 4 cookery qualification or higher, or at least 3 years’ relevant commercial kitchen experience
• Previous experience working in a professional or commercial kitchen environment
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and cook food to established recipes and presentation standards
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe kitchen practices
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced commercial kitchen
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities during busy service periods
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and organised approach to work
• Ability and willingness to work rostered evening, weekend and public holiday shifts

Employment & What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment
• Minimum 35 guaranteed hours per week
• $26.00–$34.00 per hour, depending on relevant skills and experience
• Christchurch-based position
• Rostered shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays
• A professional and well-established kitchen environment
• Established recipes, systems and operational procedures
• A collaborative and respectful workplace
• The opportunity to develop your skills within an established Christchurch hospitality business

BAKER/PASTRY CHEF – 2 POSITIONS

About the Role

As a Baker/Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for the preparation and production of breads, pastries, baked goods and other bakery and pastry products to established recipes, specifications and quality standards. You will manage daily production requirements efficiently while maintaining consistency, food safety and presentation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and producing breads, pastries, baked goods and other bakery and pastry products
• Measuring, mixing, preparing, shaping, proofing and baking products
• Preparing and working with doughs and other bakery mixtures
• Following established recipes and production specifications
• Monitoring fermentation, proofing, baking and finished product quality
• Maintaining consistent product quality, portioning and presentation
• Planning and completing daily preparation and production requirements
• Following food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures
• Maintaining appropriate stock rotation and minimising wastage
• Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic bakery and preparation area
• Working efficiently to meet production requirements and deadlines
• Communicating effectively with other kitchen team members
• Assisting with general kitchen duties where required
• Contributing to a positive, professional and respectful kitchen culture

Skills & Experience Required

Applicants for the Baker/Pastry Chef positions must have:

• A relevant Level 4 baking, pastry or cookery qualification or higher, or at least 3 years’ relevant commercial baking or pastry experience
• Previous experience working in a commercial bakery or professional kitchen environment
• Demonstrated ability to produce breads, pastries or baked goods consistently to established recipes and specifications
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices
• Understanding of dough preparation, fermentation, proofing and baking processes
• Ability to manage daily production requirements and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain consistent product quality and presentation
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and organised approach to work
• Ability and willingness to work rostered shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays where required

Employment & What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment
• Minimum 35 guaranteed hours per week
• $26.00–$34.00 per hour, depending on relevant skills and experience
• Christchurch-based position
• Rostered shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays
• A professional and well-established bakery and kitchen environment
• Established recipes, systems and production procedures
• A collaborative and respectful workplace
• The opportunity to develop your skills within an established Christchurch hospitality business

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER – 2 POSITIONS

About the Role

We are looking for two experienced Assistant Restaurant Managers to support the Restaurant Manager with the day-to-day operation of the venue and the delivery of a high standard of food, service and guest experience.

You will play an active role in leading the front-of-house team during service, maintaining operational standards and ensuring the restaurant runs efficiently and professionally. This is a hands-on leadership position suited to an experienced hospitality professional who is confident leading a team and managing the demands of a busy restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Restaurant Manager with the day-to-day operation of the restaurant, including covering their duties during periods of leave
• Leading and supervising front-of-house staff during service
• Ensuring consistently high standards of guest service and hospitality
• Managing service flow and responding effectively to operational issues as they arise
• Completing opening and closing procedures and ensuring the venue is prepared for service
• Supporting staff training, development and performance
• Managing staff communication, delegation and shift coordination
• Monitoring compliance with food safety, health and safety and company procedures
• Managing stock control, ordering and operational administration where required
• Handling guest enquiries and resolving customer concerns professionally
• Maintaining high standards of presentation, cleanliness and service throughout the venue
• Supporting the Restaurant Manager with rostering and other operational requirements where required
• Leading by example and contributing to a positive, professional and respectful team culture

Skills & Experience Required

Applicants for the Assistant Restaurant Manager positions must have:

• At least 2 years’ relevant experience in a supervisory or management role within a busy cafe or restaurant
• Current and valid Duty Manager Certificate
• Strong knowledge of restaurant service and day-to-day hospitality operations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain organised and composed during busy service periods
• Ability to confidently make decisions and resolve operational and guest issues
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high service standards
• Ability to support and develop team members through effective leadership and communication
• A reliable and professional approach to work
• Ability and willingness to work rostered evening, weekend and public holiday shifts

Employment & What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment
• Minimum 35 guaranteed hours per week
• $29.00–$34.00 per hour, depending on relevant skills and experience
• Christchurch-based position
• Rostered shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays
• A professional and well-established hospitality environment
• Established systems and operational procedures
• A collaborative and respectful workplace
• The opportunity to develop your leadership skills within an established Christchurch hospitality business

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and the position you are applying for.

Please clearly state whether you are applying for the Chef, Baker/Pastry Chef or Assistant Restaurant Manager position and include details of any relevant qualifications, licences and professional experience.

Applications will be considered against the skills, experience and requirements outlined above. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.