Commis Chef | Full-time | SkyCity Hamilton

Sky City New Zealand; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts across outlets

Staff dining facility discounts

Free or discounted staff parking

Job summary

SkyCity Hamilton is seeking a Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. This full-time role focuses on assisting with preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes, while supporting safety and hygiene practices.

The successful candidate will be a strong multitasker, a team player and a proactive communicator, available for a closing shift from 7pm to 3:30am and a 40-hour week. Join SkyCity for a vibrant, fast-paced cooking environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong teamwork and communication to support senior chefs.
• Commitment to high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, cooking and presenting quality dishes.
• Support stock control and rotate stock as required.
• Adhere to closing shift requirements and work well under pressure.

Skills

Multitasker

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Professional presentation

Flexible shifts

Education

Culinary trade qualification

Job description

Commis Chef | Full-time | SkyCity Hamilton

Sky City New Zealand – Hamilton, North Island

Do you have a passion for food and crafting that perfect dish? Bring your creativity and flair to SkyCity and make your mark whilst expanding your culinary skills.

SkyCity Hamilton is the place to come for fun in the Waikato. With our casino at our heart, live entertainment, restaurants, a conference centre and ten pin bowling, there's always something happening around here!

Mō te Tūranga | About the role:

We're on the lookoutfor a talented Commis Chef with an appetite for delivering high quality food and exceptional service. In this role you will be responsible for assisting the team with preparing, cooking and presenting quality dishes that 'wow' our customers, as well as various other kitchen duties as directed by the senior Chef on shift.

You will also;

• Be a strong advocate for food safety and hygiene
• Ensure stock is controlled and rotated as required

This is a full-time role working the closing shift (7pm - 3.30am), 40 hours per week, with weekend work being required.

It'll be your winning attitude, excellent customer service skills, and ability to work under pressure which will make you a great fit for SkyCity. You will demonstrate proven cookery techniques and a genuine passion for quality food, as well as having an eye for detail and taking great care and pride in your work.

To be successful in this role, you will also;

• Be a strong multitasker with great problem solving skills
• Be a team player who can collaborate and work to agreed targets and demands
• Have fantastic interpersonal skills and be a confident and clear communicator
• Be well presented with a high level of professionalism
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work a variety of shifts
• Have (or be studying towards) a relevant culinary trade qualification

Other than the opportunity to join a fantastic team in a varied role, you will have great scope for development and career progression all whilst getting to work in a fun, busy and vibrant environment. And if all that's not enough - SkyCity offers great staff benefits including discounts across our outlets, subsidised meals in our staff dining facility, free or heavily discounted car parking, and much more!

At SkyCity, our career opportunities are as diverse as our workforce. We don't just embrace differences; we value and support them. Our hiring is centred on capability and performance, regardless of gender, gender identity, race, origin, age, educational background, disability, or religious beliefs. We're here to empower you to shine. Our willingness to adapt ensures you can chart your path with us! Join us at SkyCity and be extraordinary by being you.

SkyCity takes its commitment to Host Responsibility seriously. Every member of our team, no matter their role, contributes towards SkyCity's culture of customer care.