Chef (relocate to New Zealand)

D2B; Dubai; On-site; AED 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

D2B is seeking an experienced Chef to join our Auckland kitchen team. You will run a designated section, cook high-quality dishes, and help maintain consistent presentation.

You will also supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff while collaborating closely with the Executive Chef and other sections to ensure smooth service. The role emphasizes strong teamwork, attention to detail, safety-conscious practices, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant commercial kitchen experience.
• Strong cooking skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to supervise or support junior kitchen staff.
• Organised, dependable, safety-conscious, and able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes within your assigned section.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and presented according to recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain portion control and consistency across menu items.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene across your section and storage areas.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen sections to ensure smooth service.
• Report stock requirements, maintenance issues, and operational concerns to senior staff.
• Follow and uphold food safety, HACCP, hygiene, and workplace safety standards.
• Support the team in following safety, fire, and emergency procedures.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cooking skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Professionalism

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Position: Chef

Location: 33 Lorne Street, Auckland
Salary: NZ$20-$30 per hour
Reports to: Executive Chef

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our kitchen team in Auckland. You'll be responsible for running a designated section of the kitchen, preparing high-quality dishes, maintaining consistency and presentation, and supporting the wider kitchen team during daily operations.

You'll also have the opportunity to supervise and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff, while working closely with the Executive Chef and other kitchen sections to ensure smooth service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes within your assigned section.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and presented according to recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain portion control and consistency across menu items.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene across your section and storage areas.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen sections to ensure smooth service.
• Report stock requirements, maintenance issues, and operational concerns to senior staff.
• Follow and uphold food safety, HACCP, hygiene, and workplace safety standards.
• Support the team in following safety, fire, and emergency procedures.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• At least 2 years of relevant commercial kitchen experience.
• Strong cooking skills and excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to maintain consistent quality and presentation.
• Experience supervising or supporting junior kitchen staff.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A reliable, professional, and positive approach.
• A culinary qualification or relevant certification is preferred.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be confident working independently within their section, have strong culinary skills, and take pride in maintaining high standards. You'll need to be organised, dependable, safety-conscious, and able to communicate effectively with the wider kitchen team.