Chef

Gina's Italian Kitchen; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable full-time position

Dynamic working environment

Opportunity for growth

Job summary

Gina's Italian Kitchen in Mount Eden is seeking a full-time Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You'll handle a section, ensuring quality and presentation in a busy service.

Experience in Italian or Mediterranean cuisine is preferred. You will work quickly, maintain mise en place, and coordinate with the kitchen to support peak service.

We offer a stable full-time position with growth opportunities in an established restaurant.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Knowledge of Italian cuisine an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure during peak hours.
• Right to work in New Zealand.
• Food handling certificate (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Preparing and plating dishes within your section during service.
• Maintaining food hygiene and safety standards.
• Managing mise en place ahead of each service.
• Monitoring stock and flagging reordering needs.
• Working in coordination with the rest of the kitchen team.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Italian cuisine knowledge

Under pressure performance

Right to work NZ

Food safety certificate

Job description

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Gina's Italian Kitchen - Mount Eden, North Island

Gina's Italian Kitchen is looking for a full-time Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team.

About the role:

We're after someone with experience in Italian or Mediterranean cuisine who can work quickly and consistently in a busy service environment. You'll be responsible for a section within the kitchen, maintaining the restaurant's quality and presentation standards.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing and plating dishes within your section during service
• Maintaining food hygiene and safety standards
• Managing mise en place ahead of each service
• Monitoring stock and flagging reordering needs
• Working in coordination with the rest of the kitchen team

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role
• Knowledge of Italian cuisine an advantage
• Ability to work under pressure during peak hours
• Right to work in New Zealand
• Food handling certificate (desirable)

We offer:

• Stable full-time position
• Dynamic working environment in an established restaurant
• Opportunity for growth within the team