Commis Chef: Dynamic Hotel Kitchen + Perks

Accor; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learn Your Way - online learning

Accor Heartist Benefits - discounts F&

Complimentary meals on shift

Parental Leave Scheme - up to 12 weeks

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Accor Wellington is seeking a motivated cook to join our kitchen team, supporting the Chef de Partie and Sous Chefs to deliver dishes that delight guests.

You will operate in assigned kitchen sections, focus on quality, timing and presentation, and help manage costs by monitoring ingredients and waste while maintaining high hygiene standards.

You'll learn menu planning with experienced mentors and participate in ordering supplies, working full shifts including weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• 18 months experience in a similar role.
• Completed National Certificate in Hospitality Level 4 in Professional Cookery.
• Physically fit and able to stand and work efficiently for full shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Highly organised with strong time management, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Professional presentation and interpersonal skills, projecting a polished image at all times.
• Willingness and aptitude for ongoing development and training under Ibis standards.
• Ability to build rapport, manage stress effectively, and contribute positively to a collaborative kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef de Partie and Sous Chefs in preparing and cooking dishes to the highest standards.
• Assist in operating assigned kitchen sections, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and adherence to recipes.
• Prepare and cook staff and guest meals with attention to quality, timing, and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of work areas, equipment, and food storage following health regulations.
• Monitor ingredient use, help reduce waste, and follow cost-effective preparation methods.
• Learn and assist in menu planning, ordering supplies, and understanding food and labour cost management.
• Follow hygiene, safety, and kitchen procedures, developing skills and knowledge under supervision.

Skills

Food preparation

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Numeracy

Stress management

Education

National Certificate in Hospitality Level 4 - Professional Cookery

Job description

Accor Wellington is seeking a motivated cook to join our kitchen team, supporting the Chef de Partie and Sous Chefs to deliver dishes that delight guests.

You will operate in assigned kitchen sections, focus on quality, timing and presentation, and help manage costs by monitoring ingredients and waste while maintaining high hygiene standards.

You'll learn menu planning with experienced mentors and participate in ordering supplies, working full shifts including weekends and public holidays.