Bessie - Chef de Partie - Full-Time

cookbrothersbars; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Staff discounts

Work across all sites

Supportive team

Job summary

Bessie in Christchurch, NZ is seeking a Full-Time, permanent Chef de Partie to join a busy kitchen team. The role offers a minimum of 30 hours per week, with potential up to 60 hours depending on business needs, and pays between $28.00 and $34.00 per hour.

Ideal candidate will have NZQCF Level 4+ or 2+ years in a commercial kitchen, with strong team communication and ability to work in a high-volume setting. Training and staff discounts are provided.

Qualifications

• NZQCF Level 4+ culinary qualification or 2+ years in a commercial kitchen.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Monitor food quality at all stages of prep and presentation.
• Handle ordering and stocktaking to manage food costs.
• Manage rosters and monitor wage costs.
• Ensure all food is prepped and portioned before service.
• Demonstrate techniques and advise on procedures.
• Maintain clear kitchen-FOH communication.
• Follow Food Control Plan and sanitation standards.
• Discuss food prep issues with managers and team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

High-volume kitchen

Independent work

Education

NZQCF Level 4+

Job description

The Role

We are seeking a Full‑Time, Permanent Chef de Partie to join our busy kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone who is committed to high standards, enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, and is keen to continue developing their culinary skills.

This position offers a minimum of 30 hours per week, with the potential to work up to 60 hours depending on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking dishes to a consistently high standard
• Monitoring food quality at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Completing ordering and stocktaking to manage food costs
• Managing rosters and monitoring wage costs
• Ensuring all food is prepped and portioned prior to service
• Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising on procedures
• Maintaining clear communication between kitchen, front‑of‑house, and management
• Following the Food Control Plan and maintaining required cleaning and hygiene standards
• Discussing food preparation issues with managers and team members

Skills, Experience & Qualifications Required

• A relevant culinary qualification at NZQCF Level 4 or higher, or
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen
• Ability to work efficiently in a high‑volume environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• This level of skill is required to ensure safe food handling, consistent quality, and the ability to work independently in a high‑volume kitchen.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $28.00 - $34.00 per hour and transparency in how to move up, fast!
• Industry leading training - we invest time into you and your professional development.
• Staff discounts at every site!
• Opportunities to work across all sites!
• A supportive and encouraging team.

About Bessie

We wanted to bring the highest quality dining experience in a vibrant environment to Christchurch and we think we’ve done a pretty good job. Our approach to everything we do is centered around our customers from the moment they walk through the doors. Our specialty is our meat, but it doesn’t stop there. This is a dining experience like no other and we strive to ensure this is one to remember.

Our Story

We started in 2004, and we've been on an epic ride ever since. We have created some of New Zealand’s most beloved bars, restaurants and licensed burger joints, with outlets throughout the country which offer outstanding food and beverages delivered with warmth and hospitality. Google us, have a beer with us, join us!

Applications Close: 15th September 2026

Check us out!

https://bessie.co.nz/

https://www.cookbrothersbars.co.nz/