Demi Chef

Pullman Hotels & Resorts; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accor Academy access

Work-life balance flexibility

Discounted Food & Beverage + Worldwide

Accor benefits

Paid parking

Job summary

Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport is seeking an experienced chef to join our 5‑star kitchen. You will prepare high‑standard à la carte, buffet, and pastry items and oversee cleanliness and organization when needed.

With at least 3 years in a 4–5‑star hotel or fine dining, you’ll bring pastry, cake and sourdough expertise, flexibility across shifts, and a passion for creative menu development while collaborating with peers to enhance the guest experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in 4–5‑star hotels or high-end restaurants.
• Qualified in culinary arts with strong technical skills.
• Creative and passionate about food with ability to work graveyard shifts.
• Able to follow mise en place and food preparation instructions.
• Flexible across mornings and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food for a la carte, buffet, and pastry services to high standards.
• Ensure cleanliness, safety, and organization of the kitchen.
• Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of Executive Chef and Sous Chefs.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance guest experience.
• Stay updated with latest food trends and contribute to menu development.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Sourdough breads

Culinary arts qualification

Menu development

Graveyard shifts

Education

Culinary arts qualification

Job description

Company Description

Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport, located right on the doorstep of Auckland International Airport. With 311 generously appointed guestrooms, the Pullman offers an unparalleled 5-Star Airport Hotel experience that is authentically New Zealand.

From the moment guests step into our informal lobby hub to the panoramic views offered by our rooftop bar and dining area, Te Kaahu beckons a rare opportunity to revel in luxury and soak in the mesmerising sunset stretching from the Manukau Harbour to the heart of Auckland City.

Te Kaahu, inspired by the spirit of discovery, past, present, and future, promises to be a destination where culinary excellence meets the splendor of New Zealand's rich Māori heritage. We are dedicated to delivering an unforgettable dining journey, one that encapsulates the essence of Aotearoa’s unique culture and breathtaking landscapes.

Job Description

In this role you will:

• Prepare and present food items for a la carte, buffet, and pastry services to high standards
• Ensure cleanliness, safety, and organisation of the kitchen at all times
• Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance the overall guest experience
• Stay updated with the latest food trends and contribute creatively to menu development

Qualifications

• An experienced chef with a minimum of 3 years in a 4–5-star Hotel or high-end restaurants, with demonstrated experience with pastries, cakes, breads (Sourdough based, seasonal and cultural)
• Qualified in culinary arts with strong technical skills and abilities
• Creative, self-motivated, and passionate about food
• Able to work independently during graveyard shifts, managing food preparation and service
• Capable of following detailed instructions for mise en place and food preparation
• Flexible in working various shifts, including mornings and evenings as required

Additional Information

• Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!
• Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work life balance!
• Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
• Accor's refer-a-friend bonus
• Meals on shift
• Paid Parking at Park & Ride (North or South)
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Paid Wellness Leave
• Refer a Friend Incentive
• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.