Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar , Akaroa is a well-established, innovative and exciting waterfront restaurant (over 20 years with current owners). We are looking to recruit a hospitality professional as Chef de Partie to assist the owner and Head Chef in delivering good service with great food & beverages in a picturesque, casual, relaxed, seaside environment. We are a busy smart casual dining restaurant seating up to 150 customers indoors and outdoors. We are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week throughout the year. Our menu is extensive and innovative, catering to locals, regulars, tourists, tour companies, conference groups, as well as out-catered services. This position is a permanent full-time role with a minimum of 32 hours per week, but most weeks will be 45-55 hours. You will report directly to the Head Chef and Owner, who also works hands-on in the business. Our small team is highly motivated to continually strive to improve our customer experience. The Role and What You Will Need to be Successful Committed professional, reliable, and able to work under pressure Relevant culinary qualifications Level 2 or greater or 3+ years of relevant experience in a similar style restaurant or hotel Sound knowledge and experience of food preparation & cooking techniques, safe food handling, and service procedures Proven track record in the workings of a similar sized kitchen (minimum 3 years) Passionate about hospitality and driving a business Friendly and outgoing personality Exceptional organization skills with great time management Hands-on working with your peers, positive and enthusiastic Organized and systematic approach to all aspects of kitchen management and stock control Excellent food and liquor knowledge Menu planning and costing experience Ability to monitor food safety systems and procedures High standards of service, understanding of good customer relations, and focus on quality Able to think on your feet and make instantaneous decisions What's in it for You Live in picturesque Akaroa, great casual lifestyle environment. We offer a very competitive hourly rate reflective of your experience, not a salary. Experienced owners who are passionate and strive to achieve high standards. You will need accommodation in Akaroa to apply for this position. See what we are up to and walk through the restaurant Questions Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as a chef de partie? Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound knowledge of food provenance? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? Which of the following culinary arts qualifications have you obtained? How many years' experience do you have as a chef? #J-18808-Ljbffr