Chef de Partie

SOFITEL; Wellington; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff meal

Family & Friends Hotel Discounts

Annual free night accommodation

Learn Your Way

Work Your Way

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Sofitel Wellington invites applications for a Full-time Chef de Partie to support the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs while taking ownership of a section and leading the team with professionalism. The role emphasizes consistency, quality and excellence in kitchen operations.

We seek someone with luxury-hotel experience, a Level 5 Diploma (preferred), and the ability to work weekends. Enjoy staff meals, hotel discounts, and career growth opportunities in a premium setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a luxury hotel or 5-star environment (preferred).
• Level 5 Diploma in Professional Cookery (preferred).
• Full NZ Working rights.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Commitment to professional presentation and behaviour at all times.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical fitness to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours per shift).
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays.
• Genuine passion for mentoring, training, and developing others.
• Desire to grow and progress within Sofitel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations with Executive Chef and Sous Chefs.
• Own your section and lead the junior kitchen team with professionalism.
• Maintain high-quality food preparation, presentation and service.
• Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Delegate tasks to ensure service requirements are met.
• Coordinate menu preparation and ensure adequate supplies for service.
• Liaise with Restaurant Ambassadors and Management on menu changes and requests.
• Monitor food quality at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Prepare and present menu items with creativity while respecting margins.
• Maintain stock control, rotation, and minimise waste.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of all food items.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean, organised, and compliant.
• Monitor daily food and product requirements and communicate needs to leadership.
• Support training and development of junior kitchen team members.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Communication

Team Supervision

Attention to Detail

Food Safety

Pressure Handling

Mentoring

Growth Mindset

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Professional Cookery

NZ Working Rights

Job description

Immerse yourself in the world of Sofitel Wellington, where French elegance meets New Zealand hospitality in our intimate 129-room luxury sanctuary nestled in the vibrant capital city of New Zealand. Sofitel embraces this spirited atmosphere and rests harmoniously within the shadow of the Botanic Gardens and the Wellington coastline. Every detail, from bespoke furnishings to personalized touches, reflects ourLa Maisoncommitment to creating transformative experiences that linger in the memory long after departure. Enjoy modern luxury with authentic and lively experinces.

Sofitel Wellington invites you to elevate your career as a Chef de Partie, where luxury meets impeccable service.

As a Full-time Chef de Partie, you play a key role in ensuring theconsistency, quality, and excellenceof our kitchen operations. You will support the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs while taking ownership of your section and leading your team with professionalism and pride.

Sofitel Wellington,Where Life Lives.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs to supervise daily kitchen operations
• Take responsibility for your section, ensuring high-quality food preparation, presentation, and service
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards at all times
• Lead and supervise junior kitchen team members, setting a positive and professional example
• Delegate tasks effectively to ensure service requirements are met
• Coordinate menu preparation and ensure adequate supplies are available for service
• Liaise with Restaurant Ambassadors and Management regarding menu availability, changes, and special requests
• Monitor food quality at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Prepare and present menu items with creativity, consistency, and flair, while adhering to cost margins
• Maintain excellent stock control, including strict stock rotation and minimising waste
• Ensure all food is stored and handled in line with food health and hygiene regulations
• Keep work areas, equipment, and your section clean, organised, and compliant at all times
• Monitor daily food and product requirements and communicate needs to senior kitchen leadership in advance
• Support the training and development of junior kitchen team members.

This role is Full-Time (40 hours per week) - Must hold full NZ working rights.

Qualifications

About You:

• Previous experience in a luxury hotel or 5-star environment (preferred)
• Level 5 Diploma in Professional Cookery(preferred)
• Full NZ Working rights
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
• A commitment to professional presentation and behaviour at all times
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Physical fitness to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours per shift)
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays in line with operational requirements
• A genuine passion for mentoring, training, and developing others
• A desire to grow and progress within Sofitel

Additional Information

• Free staff meal provided during shift
• Family & Friends Hotel Discounts ongoing reward and recognition incentives and awards
• Annual reward of a free night's accommodation at the hotel (did we say there is breakfast and dinner included?)
• Learn Your Way- Support your career development with access to Accor’s training platforms!
• Work Your Way- Flexibility to ensure a work life balance!
• AccorRefer-a-Friendbonus
• Accorpaid parental leave

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.