Chef de Partie

Star Group; Howick; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Goode Brothers Botany, a Kiwi-Italian gastropub in Auckland, is seeking a Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team. You’ll take charge of your own section, manage prep and service, and work closely with Head and Sous Chefs to deliver high-quality dishes.

With at least two years in a similar role and an NCEA Level 4 in cookery, you’ll run timing, maintain standards, and help train junior staff. If you’re passionate about great food and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Mandatory NCEA Level 4 qualification in cookery.
• You'll run a section and ensure timing and quality.
• Help train junior team members and support the Head/Sous Chefs.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of your own section and manage prep and service.
• Maintain standards and control food costs as part of the team.
• Collaborate with Head and Sous Chefs to ensure consistency.

Skills

Section leadership

Time management

Team training

Education

NCEA Level 4 in Cookery

Job description

Join the team at Goode Brothers Botany — your local Kiwi-Italian gastropub. We’re less about old-country tradition and more about bringing fresh, modern Kiwi flavour to every plate and every shift. If you love great food, great people, and a vibrant atmosphere, we’d love to have you on board.

Goode Brothers Botany is searching for a talented Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You’ll take charge of your own section, managing prep and service to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes every time. You’ll work closely with the Head and Sous Chefs to keep food costs on target, maintain standards, and help train junior team members. This role suits someone with at least two years’ experience in a similar position and an NCEA Level 4 qualification in cookery. You’ll be confident running a section, managing timing and quality, and working as part of a tight, supportive team. If you’re passionate about great food and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.