Defence Camp Sous Chef — Lead High-Volume Kitchen

Compass Group New Zealand; Waiouru; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness plan

Discounts on medical insurance

Career progression opportunities

Training and development

Staff discounts

Rewards and recognition programmes

Job security

On-site facilities

Job summary

Compass Group New Zealand is hiring a Sous Chef at Waiouru Military Camp in Ruapehu. This permanent, full-time role combines hands-on cooking with leadership responsibilities to support New Zealand Defence Force personnel.

You will work alongside the Head Chef to ensure smooth day-to-day kitchen operations, supervise staff, manage stock and food safety, and contribute to menu planning for bulk catering. The role offers growth within a respected national provider.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Sous Chef, Senior Chef, or similar role.
• Strong bulk cooking or high-volume catering experience.
• Positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic.
• Supervisory experience with rostering and ordering preferred.
• Sound knowledge of food safety practices.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals for large groups.
• Support the day-to-day operation of a high-volume kitchen.
• Supervise kitchen team members, including weekend operations.
• Maintain high food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Manage ordering, stock control, and inventory processes.
• Support rostering and team coordination activities.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on menu planning and bulk catering operations.
• Ensure consistently high food quality and service standards.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Bulk cooking

Leadership

Job description

Compass Group New Zealand is hiring a Sous Chef at Waiouru Military Camp in Ruapehu. This permanent, full-time role combines hands-on cooking with leadership responsibilities to support New Zealand Defence Force personnel.

You will work alongside the Head Chef to ensure smooth day-to-day kitchen operations, supervise staff, manage stock and food safety, and contribute to menu planning for bulk catering. The role offers growth within a respected national provider.