Chef - Fixed term

Accor Apartments & Realty; Lake Tekapo; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Apartments & Realty in Canterbury, Lake Tekapo area seeks a passionate Chef to lead a designated kitchen area, turning creativity into memorable plates and ensuring smooth service.

You will work under HACCP standards, manage health and safety, and coordinate with front-of-house. The role requires Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery, independent work, resilience in a fast-paced team, and flexible shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum educational requirement: Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure team environments.
• Flexible to shifts including mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of a kitchen area to ensure smooth service.
• Contribute creativity and passion to dishes.
• Adhere to health, safety and HACCP regulations.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in food preparation.
• Handle a range of kitchen tasks from dishwashing to cooking.
• Support collaboration between front-of-house and kitchen teams.

Skills

Independent work

Proactive attitude

Fast-paced environment

Flexible shifts

Education

Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Purpose

As our Chef, you will be a vital member of our culinary team, where the kitchen becomes your creative space, and flavours come alive on each plate. Bring your passion and imagination, and as a team create dishes that leave wonderful memories.

Primary Responsibilities

• Take charge of your designated kitchen area to ensure smooth service delivery, ready to assist other sections when required


• Bring a touch of creativity and passion to your work, setting a positive tone for your kitchen colleagues


• Stay diligent in adhering to local regulations related to health, safety, and compliance, with a solid grasp of HACCP management


• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in preparing food orders and menu items


• Handle a range of kitchen tasks, from dishwashing to crafting delectable dishes


• Foster a collaborative approach between the front-of-house team and the kitchen brigade for a harmonious work environment
  

Skills & Experience

• Minimum educational requirement: Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery


• Proficiency in independent work and a proactive attitude within a dynamic setting


• Demonstrated capability to excel in a fast-paced, high-pressure team environment


• Flexible availability to accommodate various shifts, including mornings, late evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required