Chef de Partie

Minor International; Auckland; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Hotel discounts

Global perks

Retail rewards

Experiences

Health insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Oaks Auckland Hotel, part of Minor Hotels, seeks a skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team on a full flexible schedule. You will support daily operations, cooking to high standards and assisting with rosters and stock control.

You will work across breakfast, lunch, and dinner services, maintaining hygiene and contributing to menu development alongside the Head Chef.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hotel or restaurant environment is essential.
• Strong knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for cooking.
• Flexibility to work across breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking meals to the highest standards, following recipes and maintaining consistency.
• Collaborate with kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Plate and present dishes to brand standards.
• Assist with back-of-house rosters.
• Oversee stock control and proper storage of food and kitchen supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen areas.
• Contribute to development of new menu items with Head Chef.

Skills

Previous experience

Cooking procedures

Communication

Teamwork

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Company Description

Minor Hotels is one of Australasia’s largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of 640 properties across more than 66 countries. Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed.

Our people are the heart of our success, and we are committed to investing in your skills to support your career growth and advancement. You’ll feel valued as part of a tight-knit team, united in delivering exceptional guest experiences and thriving in a company dedicated to fostering an outstanding workplace culture.

Job Description

Oaks Auckland Hotel are looking for a skilled and reliable Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis.

This role is essential in supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene are consistently maintained.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in preparing and cooking meals to the highest standard, following recipes and maintaining consistency.
• Collaborate with and support fellow kitchen team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Take pride in plating and presenting beautifully crafted dishes, ensuring they are served to brand standards.
• Assist the Chef in Charge with preparing back-of-house rosters.
• Oversee stock control and ensure the safe and proper storage of food and kitchen supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across all kitchen areas, including equipment and storage.
• Contribute to the development of new menu items in partnership with the Head Chef.

Shift Details (subject to change):

• 30 hours per week
• Rotating roster across Monday to Sunday
• Shifts include breakfast, lunch, and dinner services
• Roster between 5.00am and 10.00pm

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will need to:

• Previous experience in a similar role within a hotel or restaurant environment.
• Strong knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for cooking.
• Flexibility to work across all service periods as per the roster: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

This is your chance to work within a property backed by two powerhouse organisations - Minor Hotels, a global hotel operator with a portfolio of over 640 properties, and Mulpha, a leading investment group with a strong commitment to hospitality excellence.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Currently, we are only accepting applications from candidates who have working rights within New Zealand.