So you're keen to meet people from all around the world?
Want to join the buzzing tourism and hospitality industry?
Then you're in the right place.
About the role: We are looking for a full-time, permanent sous chef.
As the Sous chef your role is the day-to-day running of the kitchen to ensure the delivery of high-quality catering and exceptional customer service.
The position requires someone with enthusiasm, drive, self-motivation and who is competent in all aspects of hospitality with proven experience.
This is a senior role, and the successful candidate will be expected to operationally manage the kitchen and support the front of house on a day-to-day basis.
Your main responsibilities will include: Ensure the delivery of a high-quality food offering, exceptional customer service, business growth and profitability.
Menu development Train and guide the kitchen team.
Manage food safety plan.
Food safety.
Stocktake-complete stock count each month.
Key requirements: Level 4 Cookery NZQA or similar level professional kitchen experience.
Demonstrable customer service skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Proven ability to work under pressure.
LCQ and General Manager's certificate an advantage.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
About The Waitomo Glowworm Caves - Discover Waitomo The restaurant team serves a range of delicious food and beverages in the award-winning Waitomo Glowworm Caves Visitor Centre.
Our core values that drive the business are Manaakitanga, Kaitiakitanga and Whanaungatanga - all of which are also measures of our care for our people and our place.
A great work environment - where you'll spend your day surrounded by positive, passionate, and multicultural people.
Benefits and perks We offer a very competitive wage alongside amazing company benefits.
You'll be a part of a flexible work environment that lives and breathes travel and experiences.Want to go on a road trip with your friends and family?
We'll hand you the keys to your ride.Want to go caving underground and abseiling down waterfalls?
We'll provide you with a wetsuit and some rope.
Working for thl opens an epic world of fun experiences and you'll probably have to re-write your bucket list.
As part of the thl group, there are also plenty of career progression opportunities.
About Tourism Holdings Limited (thl) We are: NZ's premium tourism company operating iconic Kiwi brands like Kiwi Experience, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Waitomo Homestead and The Legendary Black Water Rafting The BIGGEST CAMPERVAN operator IN THE WORLD; with operations in NZ, AUS, US and the UK such as Maui, Britz, Mighty, Apollo, Cheapa Campa, Hippie, El Monte RV, Roadbear and Just Go Our people come from varied backgrounds, countries and cultures.
We accept people as they are.
That's what makes our Tourism Holdings Limited ( thl ) family special.
We want crew who are willing to go the extra mile, help their workmates and share team success.
It's all part of our challenger spirit.
So apply now if this sounds like you!