Hotel: Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands Location: 58 Seaview Road, Paihia Employment Type: Fixed Term (October 2024 - April 2025) Hours of work: Guaranteed a minimum of 30 hours per week. Rotating roster that will include weekends. Breakfast & Dinner shifts. Is This Your Ideal Role? If you're passionate about culinary excellence, take pride in your work, and prioritize top-notch standards, then you're the perfect fit. As a Chef, you'll expertly prepare dishes, handle staff meals with care, and ensure smooth kitchen operations. Ready to bring your skills and dedication to the table? What You'll Do and Your Responsibilities: Preparation, cooking and serving of food for service. Preparation, cooking and serving of staff meals. Ensure all food is served and stored at the correct temperatures and meets Hotel standards, menu specifications and Kitchen guidelines. Clean and sanitise work areas, equipment, utensils and dishes. Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage. Follow all sanitation and hygienic food handling procedures set out by legislation and hotel policy. Assisting with any other kitchen duties as required by the Head Chef. Preferred Skills and Experience: 2-3 years experience in a commercial kitchen environment. 1-2 years experience in a similar role (Desired). A certificate at NZQF Level 4, or higher qualification, in Cookery or equivalent qualification (Desired). Food Handling Certificate (Desired). Excellent communication skills (verbal and in writing). Why Choose Scenic Hotel Group? We're New Zealand's biggest locally owned hotel group, with 18 properties all over the country. We Do IT: Now, Right, Together, and Sustainably Now: We act fast "Now" for exceptional guest experiences. Right: We get it "Right" from the start, with ongoing training to elevate our service quality. Together: We grow "Together" in a team that boosts our work and guest experiences. Sustainably: We're fully committed to "Sustainability" driving a positive impact for our planet. Kickstart your new chapter! If this sounds perfect and we've got what you need, hit apply now! For more opportunities within our group, visit: Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How many years' experience do you have as a chef? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check? Are you located in Paihia? If not where are you located and how soon can you be in Paihia? Are you aware that this position is a Fixed-Term seasonal opportunity until April 2025? What rate per hour do you expect for this position? Company Overview: Scenic Hotel Group is committed to providing quality, comfortable accommodation that represents excellent value for travellers from around New Zealand and the world. We extend genuine friendly Kiwi hospitality to every guest who comes through our doors. Scenic Hotel Group prides itself on remaining 100% New Zealand owned and operated. Our philosophy includes supporting New Zealand businesses and the environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr