Apprentice Chef

Novotel Hotels; Auckland; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal on shift

Parking provided

Heartist benefits

Accor Academy training

Birthday leave

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Job summary

Novotel Auckland Airport is seeking an Apprentice Chef to learn and develop across breakfast, lunch, dinner, events, buffets, and room service. You will assist with mise en place, support stock control, and uphold food safety and hygiene standards.

Join Accor Academy for industry-leading training and enjoy staff perks, discounted accommodation, and Heartist benefits. Cultivate teamwork and guest-focused service in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Passionate about cooking and delivering quality food.
• Willing to learn and grow within the business.
• Flexible to work rotating roster, including weekends, evenings, and public holidays
• Strongly committed to food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness
• Good time management in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude, strong teamwork, and memorable guest experiences

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present quality dishes across breakfast, lunch, dinner, events, buffets, and room service.
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Assist with food preparation and mise en place to support smooth service.
• Manage stock effectively and help minimise food waste.
• Keep kitchen equipment clean, safe, and service-ready.
• Work collaboratively with the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Cooking passion

Willing to learn

Flexible roster

Food safety & hygiene

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Company Description

Novotel Auckland Airport is a modern 263-room hotel located just steps from the Auckland International Terminal. We combine convenience with exceptional comfort, offering travellers a seamless place to rest, recharge, and connect. As part of the global Accor network, we’re committed to delivering warm, memorable hospitality—right at the gateway to Aotearoa.

Job Description

As an Apprentice Chef, you will learn to:

• Prepare and present quality dishes across breakfast, lunch, dinner, events, buffets, and room service.


• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness standards.


• Assist with food preparation and mise en place to support smooth service.


• Manage stock effectively and help minimise food waste.


• Keep kitchen equipment clean, safe, and service-ready.


• Work collaboratively with the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Passionate about cooking and delivering quality food


• Willing to learn, develop new skills, and grow your career within the business


• Flexible to work a rotating roster, including weekends, evenings, and public holidays


• Strongly committed to food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness


• Good with time management, possessing the ability to perform in a fact-paced environment


• Equipped with a positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and a focus on creating memorable guest experiences

Why Join Us?

• Staff perks included, with a meal and parking provided during every shift.


• Enjoy exclusive Heartist benefits with discounted accommodation and food & beverage at Accor hotels worldwide.


• Earn while you learn through Accor Academy, with access to industry-leading training and development opportunities.


• Receive reward through the Heartist referral Program.


• Celebrate your birthday your way with paid birthday leave.


• Wellbeing matters – access free and confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program.


• Support for your family through Accor's Parental Leave Scheme.

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

ACCOR's Purpose Statement

\"Pioneering the art of responsible hospitality, connecting cultures, with heartfelt care.\"