Job security, regular rostered hours and KiwiSaver employee contribution
Work for a high-profile company and client with a supportive management team
Opportunities for progression with a company that values its team
We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team of passionate people working to deliver meals for a school boarding house in Epsom!
About the role
Provide hands-on support to the Head Chef and deliver exceptional food and great tasting meals to the school boarding house.
Hours of work
This is a permanent role with 40 to 45 hours per week.
Shift times: Friday to Wednesday, 9:30am-6.30pm
What's in it for you
Working with an established kitchen team, alongside industry professionals, for a dynamic, and esteemed catering and events company that is in growth mode.
Regular weekly shift patterns and sociable hours
Full support from your Head Chef
Friendly and supportive work environment
Personal development and training opportunities
Duties
Working with the Head Chef to oversee the daily management and operation of the kitchen.
Menu planning, budgeting, and production planning
Manage ordering of products and supplies.
Review inventory and utilise ingredients to minimise wastage.
About You
2-3 years' experience as a Chef, with relevant qualifications and knowledge of allergens
Knowledge and strict adherence of food safety and dietary regulations
Excellent inter-personal communication and people management skills
Able to prioritise and multi-task. Great planning and implementation skills
A sense of humour, empathy and resilience.
Reliable, honest, and confident leader and team player.
You might have experience working in hotels, schools, hospitals or other large scale commercial kitchens where timely delivery of a lot of meals is priority. The Montana Difference is the care we put into menu planning, ingredient sourcing and meal preparation that ensures our students and school staff are satisfied with the taste and quality of every meal we serve them.
About Us
We are leaders in food innovation and event management, with internationally and locally experienced chefs supporting multi-room, multi-function venues with purpose-built state of the art kitchens. We are the largest NZ privately owned catering company, consistently relied upon to deliver high volume food production without compromising on quality.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer; we believe in our people and those who seek to be part of a high-performing, high output kitchen.
Take a look at our website www.montanagroup.co.nz to see the full breadth of our business.
How to Apply
Please apply with a brief cover letter and an up-to-date CV, detailing at least 5 years of employment if applicable. To be considered for this position you must be legally able to work in New Zealand. If on a visa, please state the expiry date and conditions.
This role will require you to complete Police Vetting (to assess appropriateness for role in accordance with the Children's act) as well as be submitted for reference checks.
Your application will include the following questions:
How many years' experience do you have as a sous chef?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
Are you available to work both Saturday and Sunday every week? (shift times between 7am-7pm)
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