Commis Chef - SkyCity Hamilton (Full Time)

Skycitycareers; Hamilton; Hybrid; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyCity Hamilton is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to support the kitchen team in preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes while rotating across shifts.

You will assist with stock control, food safety, and maintain professional standards in a fast-paced environment. The role requires teamwork, strong communication, and flexibility to meet daily targets.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates passion for food and high-quality dishes.
• Able to work under pressure and meet targets.
• Willingness to work a rotating roster across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist kitchen team with preparation, cooking and plating of dishes.
• Support with kitchen duties as directed by senior Chef on shift.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Food safety

Stock control

Multitasking

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Professionalism

Flexibility

Culinary training

Education

Culinary trade qualification

Job description

Commis Chef - SkyCity Hamilton (Full Time)

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 Tūōnanga | About the role:

We're looking for a passionate and talented Commis Chef who takes pride in delivering exceptional food and outstanding guest experiences. In this role, you'll support the kitchen team in preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes that delight our customers, while also assisting with a variety of kitchen duties as directed by the senior Chef on shift. To thrive in this role, you'll need to be flexible and available to work a rotating roster across a variety of shifts.

You will also;

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