An exciting opportunity for a Sous Chef at a busy newly elevated Italian restaurant and 273 bedroom hotel sitting proudly on Upper Queen Street in the heart of Auckland's creative hub. This mixed-use 273 bed hotel is unlike any other, featuring a private bar exclusive for guests, a restaurant, a luxury spa, winter garden, co-working spaces and so much more. Immerse yourself in a new style of Hotel for Auckland.
As our Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in crafting unforgettable culinary journeys. Collaborating closely with our Executive Chef, you'll bring your creativity to the kitchen, ensuring that every plate tells a story of our region's flavours.
Skills and Responsibilities:
• Assisting the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Manager with the daily management and operation of the kitchen.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop seasonal menus that showcase local ingredients and elevate the alpine dining experience.
• Overseeing junior staff and helping to develop their knowledge, skills and passion.
• Monitor presentation of all foods served to guests and ensure that appearance and quality are consistently maintained.
• To have great organisational skills and the ability to problem solve and make decisions.
• Work autonomously and assuming the responsibility of the kitchen in the Executive Chef's absence
• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Understanding of current Health & Safety obligations, ensuring the Kitchen is fully compliant to the SOP's, Policies, procedures, and service standards.
Experience:
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-end or fine dining establishment.
• Strong leadership skills, able to motivate and guide a team to achieve culinary excellence.
• Adaptability to changing menus, guest preferences, and seasonal ingredients.
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent.
• Current Food Safety Handling Certificate.
• Hotel Industry knowledge an advantage.