Chef - ESS Waiouru

Compass Group New Zealand; Waiouru; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

Free uniforms, PPE & meals on duty

Christmas & New Year off during site慢?

On-site amenities & discounts

Training & career progression

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

Compass Group New Zealand is seeking multiple enthusiastic Chefs for a permanent full-time role at Waiouru Defence Site, NZ. The position offers guaranteed 40 hours per week and on-site responsibilities, including both bulk cooking and à la carte service.

The successful candidates will manage high-quality meals, handle allergen considerations, and contribute to menu development while maintaining strict timelines.

Qualifications

• Experienced chef in a busy kitchen environment.
• Cookery qualification preferred.
• Strong bulk cooking and presentation skills.
• Passion for delivering great food and customer service.
• Hardworking, reliable and flexible with a positive attitude.
• Ability to manage priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present consistently high-quality meals
• Produce high-volume meals and à la carte dishes within strict timelines
• Assist with ordering, stock control and menu development
• Manage allergens and nutritional requirements to protect customer wellbeing
• Maintain high food safety, hygiene and quality-control standards
• Support the wider kitchen team and take responsibility for kitchen operations when required

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cookery qualification

Bulk cooking

Food presentation

Customer service

Reliability & flexibility

Education

Cookery qualification preferred

Job description

• Guaranteed 40 hours each week in a permanent full-time position
• Job security and stability at an essential service organization!
• The opportunity to have Christmas and New Year off due to Site Slowdown

He Angitūtanga / The Opportunity

We are looking for multiple enthusiastic Chefs on a Permanent Full-Time basis to join our team in Waiouru, NZ Defence Site. guaranteed 40 hours a week.

Waiouru is located within the Ruapehu district, 130 km north of Palmerston North and 112km from Taupo. With some of the best fly fishing, hunting, great walks, skiing and mountain bike trails in the country on your doorstep it's an outdoor enthusiast's dream. The tight knit community is proactive and offer plenty of events you can chose to be a part of.

This position is all go. On one day you will need to be able to produce meals in large volume whilst on another serving a la carte menu, another a five-star dinner or regimental dinner and always to strict timelines. You will need to be flexible in the areas you work and on occasion take the responsibility for running the kitchen.

Ko o Kawenga / Your Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present consistently high-quality meals
• Produce high-volume meals and à la carte dishes within strict timelines
• Assist with ordering, stock control and menu development
• Manage allergens and nutritional requirements to protect customer wellbeing
• Maintain high food safety, hygiene and quality-control standards
• Support the wider kitchen team and take responsibility for kitchen operations when required

He Kōrero Mōu / About You

• Previous experience working as a Chef in a busy kitchen environment
• A relevant cookery qualification is preferred
• Strong bulk-cooking, food preparation and presentation skills
• A passion for delivering great food and excellent customer service
• A hardworking, reliable and flexible approach with a positive attitude
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure

Nga Painga / Benefits & Perks

• Christmas and New Year off during the site slowdown
• Free uniforms, PPE and meals while on duty
• On-site accommodation, subject to availability
• Access to selected on-site amenities, including sporting facilities
• Exclusive discounts across health insurance, travel, accommodation, entertainment, food, fitness and banking
• Access to training, learning and career progression opportunities
• Access to leading health and wellbeing programmes and Employee Assistance Programme services
• Annual recognition opportunities through the Star Awards

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Mō Mātou / About Us

We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.

Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.

We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.

Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!

Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.

Successful candidates must pass pre-employment checks.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Recruitment for this role will actively commence from the date of advertising. The closing date is reliant on the appointment of the successful applicant.

For any recruitment queries please contact the Compass Group Recruitment team at [e-mail]

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