13 senior chef jobs found

CHEF DE PARTIE / SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE – FULL TIME * Cuba Street, Wellington * Start Date: January 2026 Looking for a new opportunity in 2026? Highwater Eatery is seeking a motivated Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie to join our one-hatted kitchen on Cuba Street, Wellington. This is a great opportunity to be part of a high-performing supportive team, working with outstanding local and seasonal produce in one of Wellington’s most respected dining rooms. About the Role; *Run your own section (pans or larder) with consistency and care *Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations *Maintain prep, cleanliness, and organisation of your section *Uphold high standards of food safety and hygiene *Work with the wider team to deliver simple, quality, technique-driven dishes What We’re Looking For *1–2+ years’ experience in a quality kitchen (Junior, Mid, or Senior CDP level) *Strong modern cookery skills and willingness to learn *Calm and reliable during service *Great...

** ALL applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights within Australia or New Zealand. ** **We are not offering sponsorship** All Regional Locations. Travel is provided! Head Chef/Sous Chefs/ Chef de Parties and Solo chefs needed. What are the Jobs - Pubs, Hotels, Restaurants, Cafes, Resorts. North Island: Sous Chef - Auckland region start ASAP, Pub style venue Solo Chef - Waikato Region, Start ASAP, Hotel Style venue Senior Chef - Taranaki Region, Start Mid December Sous Chef - Gisborne Region, Start Early Jan. Hotel Style Chef de Partie - Gisborne Region, Start mid Dec Resort style Location Duty Manager - Auckland Region, Start Now Housekeeper - Waikato Region, Start Now South Island: Chef de Partie - Southland Region, Start ASAP Chef de Partie - Otago Region, start early Dec Sous chef - Canterbury Region, Start ASAP 3x Chef de Parties - Marlborough Region, Start Mid December, Resort style Venue Duty Manager - Canterbury Region Start Now Duty Manager - Southland Region...

** ALL applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights within Australia or New Zealand. ** **We are not offering sponsorship** All Regional Locations. Travel is provided! Head Chef/Sous Chefs/ Chef de Parties and Solo chefs needed. What are the Jobs - Pubs, Hotels, Restaurants, Cafes, Resorts. North Island: Sous Chef - Auckland region start ASAP, Pub style venue Solo Chef - Waikato Region, Start ASAP, Hotel Style venue Senior Chef - Taranaki Region, Start Mid December Sous Chef - Gisborne Region, Start Early Jan. Hotel Style Chef de Partie - Gisborne Region, Start mid Dec Resort style Location Duty Manager - Auckland Region, Start Now Housekeeper - Waikato Region, Start Now South Island: Chef de Partie - Southland Region, Start ASAP Chef de Partie - Otago Region, start early Dec Sous chef - Canterbury Region, Start ASAP 3x Chef de Parties - Marlborough Region, Start Mid December, Resort style Venue Duty Manager - Canterbury Region Start Now Duty Manager - Southland Region...

** ALL applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights within Australia or New Zealand. ** **We are not offering sponsorship** All Regional Locations. Travel is provided! Need a change? Remember life is like a camera, if don't have the right focus, delete, reposition and capture the good times, as you immerse yourself in an Atlas Adventure. What more could you want for a great work life balance? With the options of traveling from Island to Island all being organised for you. One contract you could be in the middle of the North Island relaxing in some of the Hot Springs while watching the Geysers . The next you could be on the South Island taking bushwalks or relaxing on a beach on your days off. If that is not enough how about jumping across the ditch and take on an Adventure in Australia. The options are endless and the adventures are bountiful. Don’t wait jump on board the ATLAS ADVENTURE! ** ALL applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights within Australia...

Join the Lowbrow Team Lowbrow is a low-key eatery built for the people — a place you can drop in any time of day, whether it’s for a quick bite or a relaxed, easy hang. We’re a young, energetic, and passionate team, and we’re looking for motivated people with great attitudes to grow with us. If you love food, enjoy working with people, and want to be part of a fun kitchen culture — we’d love to hear from you. Positions Available: Full-time & Part-time Immediate start Locations: Elliott Stables (CBD) Ellerslie No experience required if you’re the right person — attitude matters most. Email your CV to: Jay@lowbrow.co.nz Or drop it in person: Key Responsibilities: Maintain quality control on all prep items, including seasoning and cooking doneness, alongside senior chefs Follow all recipes and kitchen procedures Minimise kitchen wastage Complete mise en place for your section Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe work environment Follow kitchen cleaning schedules and Food Control...

About The Bealey Hotel, we are an Alpine hotel, restaurant & bar in Arthurs Pass in the Southern Alps. Our mission is simple: to create a space in the mountains that feel like home. Genuine kiwi hospitality with delicious food and drinks, a warm and inviting atmosphere and the guarantee of a great time. We are seeking a motivated and passionate Chef de Partie ready to step into a role where you can take ownership, refine your skills, and be part of a tight, supportive team. You take pride in your craft, thrive in a busy kitchen, and bring a positive, can-do attitude every day with clear communication. You’ll ideally have 2–4 years of kitchen experience, but we’re all about the right person with the right energy. Your Key Responsibilities: Running your section with confidence during prep and service. • Supporting senior chefs with systems, quality control, and food consistency. • Communicating clearly about stock levels, prep requirements, and daily needs. • Maintaining high...

👨‍🍳 Head Chef & ☕ Café Supervisor – Full-Time Daytime Hours Only | Centro Café We are currently looking for two experienced professionals to join the team at Centro Café: • Head Chef • Café Supervisor These are senior roles, not entry-level positions. We’re seeking people with solid café experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. 👨‍🍳 Head Chef • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a busy café kitchen (essential) • Strong leadership and kitchen management skills • Calm under pressure, organised, and quality-driven ☕ Café Supervisor • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Barista in a busy café (essential) • Confident coffee skills and team leadership experience • Excellent customer service and communication For both roles: • Must be available for weekends, public holidays, Easter & Christmas 📧 Send CV to centroauckland@gmail.com 📍 Or drop it off at one of our cafés 🚫 Please do not apply if you do not meet the experience...

What you’ll do  Lead daily front-of-house operations: staffing, rostering, training and shift management.  Ensure exceptional customer service and maintain our hospitality standards.  Manage supplier relationships, stock ordering and inventory control.  Oversee cash handling, point-of-sale processes and weekly/monthly reporting.  Work with the chef(s) on menu execution, specials and customer feedback.  Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and liquor licensing requirements.  Recruit, mentor and develop staff; create a positive team culture. About you  Approx 3 years work experience managing a busy restaurant (preferably in Vietnamese / Asian cuisine).  Strong leadership, rostering and financial/stock management skills.  Excellent English communication; ability to train and develop staff.  Knowledge of NZ food safety, liquor licence requirements  Warm, customer-focused and hands-on — willing to jump on the floor when needed. What we offer  Competitive...

About this role Set the strategic direction for how data is governed, integrated, and leveraged across Ara Poutama Aotearoa Lead cross-sector collaboration and influence system-wide approaches through strategic data leadership Advance organisational data capability and maturity to enable digital transformation and innovation Mō te tūnga | About the role Are you ready to shape the future of data across Ara Poutama Aotearoa and influence the wider justice system? As Chief Data and Analytics Officer, you will set the strategic direction for how data is governed, secured, and leveraged as a critical asset. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive, Strategy and Corporate Services, you will operate at the highest level of the organisation, providing thought leadership and system-wide influence to ensure data drives transformation and delivers measurable outcomes for whānau, communities, and government. You will lead the development of an enterprise Data...

Head Chef - Japanese Cuisine (1 Position) Sous Chef – Japanese Cuisine (2 Positions) Restaurant Manager – 1 Position Gohan On Scott – 16 Scott St Blenheim Full-time | 30+ hours | $28–$35 per hour About Us Gohan On Scott is a popular Japanese restaurant in offering fresh, authentic cuisine. We are seeking one Head Chef and two Sous Chefs to support our restaurant and help deliver high-quality meals. Key Responsibilities - Prepare and cook Japanese dishes to a high standard - Assist with menu planning and kitchen organization - Ensure food freshness, quality, and presentation - Maintain hygiene and food safety standards - Assist with stock control and ordering - Support supervision and training of junior staff - Coordinate workflow during service What We’re Looking For - Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef - Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine - Proven leadership and kitchen management experience - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Restaurant Manager...

**We're looking for an experienced Head Chef to join our team, must have a strong hands on leadership approach, with a passionate focus for the industry. You will be a team player and strive to improve the day to day operations.** Skills required. * Experience working in a busy food operation * Food control plan management * Menu and business development experience * Energetic and consistent promotional activity * Strong focus on team training * Forward thinking * Time management * Kitchen management * Bookings and function menu experience * Confident understanding of GP and delivering profit through sharp stock control * Manage stock control * Daily special dishes, creating and costing * Leadership/mentor skills * Excellent communication skills * Menu development ongoing * Excellent understanding of supplier markets and constant research into seasonal pricing/competitive supply. You will be a passionate hospitality professional with a creative mind and strong customer focus, along...

Two Jobs Available! About Us We are a busy and reputable hospitality venue specialising in South American cuisine. We operate a high-volume kitchen focused on consistent quality, food safety, and an excellent customer experience. We are seeking skilled Chefs to join our team. Ideally you will have some experience cooking on a charcoal oven, or knowledge of South American cuisine. Key Duties & Responsibilities The successful applicant will be required to: Prepare, cook, and present a range of dishes according to our menu and quality standards Manage food preparation, cooking times, and portion control Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant kitchen environment Monitor stock levels, rotate inventory, and assist with ordering ingredients Ensure adherence to food safety, hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations Train and supervise junior kitchen staff when required Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials Work effectively under pressure during peak service...

Chef – Authentic Korean Cuisine (Full-Time, Permanent) Location: 42D, High Street, Auckland CBD Start Date: January 2026 Employment Type: Full-time (30 – 45 hours per week, Tuesday to Sunday) Pay Rate: NZD $23.50 – $34.00 per hour (plus holiday and public holiday pay) ________________________________________ About Us Located in the heart of Auckland’s vibrant High Street dining precinct, our restaurant offers authentic, contemporary Korean cuisine crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. We specialise in traditional favourites such as bulgogi, bibimbap, Korean BBQ, and hot stone stews, while also introducing modern Korean fusion dishes that highlight the dynamic flavours of Seoul. Our team prides itself on delivering exceptional customer experiences in a friendly, multicultural environment where quality, consistency, and teamwork are valued above all. ________________________________________ Position Summary We are seeking experienced and passionate Chefs to join our...