Summerset is one of New Zealand's fastest growing companies and the third largest retirement village operator in the country. We design, build and operate retirement village's right across New Zealand. We are proud of our dynamic work environment and an equally diverse workforce.Job DescriptionChef Manager Opportunity on the MenuOur Summerset Team is looking for an Experienced Chef Manager who is passionate about delivering exceptional quality food and Service to our customers while leading and developing our kitchen team.About the roleThis role is diverse and exciting, with a set number of meals to prepare daily as well as regular onsite Functions, we also have a Café where you can showcase your creativity. The ideal applicant will be experienced working with people from all walks of life and have a high emphasis on developing positive productive relationships with Customers Staff and Suppliers. You will have detailed knowledge of Food Control Plans and Food Safety Standards. Ideally you will have strong commercial acumen with proven ability to manage food budgets and rosters.This role is a rewarding career move in to one of New Zealand's leading retirement villages with a secure future.Please click here to view the full job description.QualificationsHold the London City & Guilds or NZQA 75/1, 75/2, 75/3 or the New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 4) as * a minimum OR Certificate III, IV or a Diploma in Commercial CookeryMinimum 4 years catering experienceProven experience in managing successful teams in a similar environmentDemonstrate strong understanding of financials (profit & loss, budget)Have, or be willing to get, an LCQ and Duty Manager certificateKnowledge of the Food Act 2014 and food safety standardsComfortable using an iPad, ordering online, and updating information in Microsoft ExcelAble to empower a team by passing on culinary knowledge and experienceAble to follow and execute Food Safety plan, adhere to our standards and policies, and follow companyproceduresAdditional informationWhat's in it for you?Here at Summerset, we offer great benefits including free day-to-day health insurance, an annual entitlement to Summerset shares, professional development and career progression, Summerset Staff discounts with reputable suppliers And a paid day off on your birthday!This role also offers great work-life balance with set weekly hours Monday to Friday this including a day dedicated to administration.About usThis is an excellent time to be joining Summerset - not only are we growing and investing, we're the fastest builder of new retirement villages in New Zealand, so for the right person this company is brimming with opportunity. The work activity that you will be exposed to in this role will be diverse and interesting as well as working with a great team, in an environment that is fun to be part of.If this sounds like you, or someone you know, we would love to hear from you.Due to NZ Immigration requirements, we are obliged to consider candidates that already have the right to work in NZ for this role first. Due to this we may not be able to support a visa application for this role. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!The safety of our residents and staff is important to us. For this reason, we require all our employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 before commencing work at Summerset.Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted.Apply online for this role or contact Sindhura Reddy for more information.Summerset is one of New Zealand's largest retirement village developers, owners, andoperators building vibrant communities for our residents to live in.We are a fast-moving and fast-growing nationwide business, and we need your passion andenergy to help us keep up the momentum! We are proud of our dynamic work environmentand an equally diverse workforce, and we aim to give you the best of life, so you can bringthe best of life to our residents.We have a raft of employee benefits, such as;day-to-day health insuranceyour birthday day offannual company share allocationsick leave from day 1long service leavereferral fees for successful introductionsand much more…….Our fast growth means we can offer a vast range of job opportunities from clinical andvillage-based support roles to head office and construction roles across multiple sites incities and towns throughout New Zealand.There's no better place to develop your career. #J-18808-Ljbffr
