Company Description 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 villages right across New Zealand. We are proud of our dynamic work environment and an equally diverse workforce.
Job Description Chef Manager Opportunity on the Menu
Our 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 role
This 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 into one of New Zealand's leading retirement villages with a secure future.
Qualifications Hold 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 Cookery
Minimum 4 years catering experience
Proven experience in managing successful teams in a similar environment
Demonstrate strong understanding of financials (profit & loss, budget)
Have, or be willing to get, an LCQ and Duty Manager certificate
Knowledge of the Food Act 2014 and food safety standards
Comfortable using an iPad, ordering online, and updating information in Microsoft Excel
Able to empower a team by passing on culinary knowledge and experience
Able to follow and execute Food Safety plan, adhere to our standards and policies, and follow company procedures
Additional Information What'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, including a day dedicated to administration.
About us
This 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.
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