Coastal Head Chef — Lead, Create & Elevate Seasonal Menus

Star Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Moretons in St Heliers, Auckland, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen with creativity, skill, and a passion for great food.

You will oversee menu development, cost control, rostering, training, and maintain high standards of quality and safety, balancing strong kitchen culture with hands-on leadership. Two years in a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef role and a NCEA Level 4 cookery qualification (or equivalent) are required.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• NCEA Level 4 cookery qualification (or equivalent).
• Proven leadership in managing people, budgets and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, from menu development to cost control.
• Lead rostering, training and development of the kitchen team.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety and consistency across dishes.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Menu development

Cost control

Roster planning

Staff training

Food cost control

Stock control

Quality & safety

Education

NCEA Level 4 cookery qualification

Job description

Moretons in St Heliers, Auckland, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen with creativity, skill, and a passion for great food.

You will oversee menu development, cost control, rostering, training, and maintain high standards of quality and safety, balancing strong kitchen culture with hands-on leadership. Two years in a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef role and a NCEA Level 4 cookery qualification (or equivalent) are required.