As you can imagine, the culinary experience at the Beehive is an exceptionally unique experience in the heart of Wellington. * Passionate and talented team with opportunities for career progression * full-time permanent position, postholder comfortable working late nights to meet organisation requirements Mo te tunga - About the role You'll be joining our highly motivated and passionate kitchen, offering premium dining experiences in Parliament's official restaurant, Bellamys. We pride ourselves on serving kiwi cuisine within a world class hospitality experience. As a Commis Chef, you'll play a key role by working closely with our Senior Chef's to master our diverse menu offerings. * Coordinating and preparing menu items and developing recipes in alignment with our culinary best practices, ensuring we maintain the highest standards of excellence and consistency across all dishes * You'll be upholding impeccable hygiene, food quality, and discipline in our kitchens * Minimise food waste through responsible usage of leftovers, expertly follow recipes, operate kitchen equipment, and excel in food and ingredient preparation, portioning, and garnishing * You'll be managing competing priorities and demands, and you'll need be able to take feedback and work under pressure at times We have an amazing and diverse portfolio of culinary offerings and at times you may be asked to help support other teams. We'll also provide you with the opportunity to learn and grow your career within our wider catering group. To kete - What you will bring to the role: * Two years' experience in a Hat Awarded restaurant * Drive the team's success with your skills and experience from previous kitchen work and/or culinary studies - we are ideally looking for level 5 or above relevant qualification * A passion for food and continuous learning; you'll bring a strong work ethic, detail orientation and organisation skills * Partner with our diverse range of chefs and wider catering group to collaborate and contribute to our position team environment Te tima - The team The Parliamentary Catering team is dedicated to showcasing New Zealand's premium hospitality services and products; and delivering memorable experiences at Parliament. The team manages several food and beverage venues within the Parliamentary precinct; each offering a different and unique experience; these include the Copperfield's café, Pickwick's bar, and New Zealand's premium dining cuisine restaurant - Bellamys. A further function of the team is providing catering and hospitality services for the numerous functions that are held on the Parliamentary precinct. Why work for Parliamentary Service? * We actively represent our values of Accountability, Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga, Integrity and Empowerment * We offer a range of benefits including five weeks annual leave, access to an on-site gym and pool, learning and development opportunities and flexible working arrangements. Our ever-changing environment we work in allows us to be part of the action at Parliament including attending question time, select committees and other key events * We offer a thorough induction, on-going development and excellent working conditions The appointing salary range for this role is $57,174 to $66,638 per annum. Appointments will be based on skills and experience (please note, the full salary range extends beyond this to allow for tenure progression). Me pehea te tuku tono?- How to apply To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form. Applications close on Monday, 30 September 2024. All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or to arrange a confidential korero, please contact ****** Note: We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes (depending on application numbers, this date may change). You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process.
