Demi Chef de Partie: Elevate Your Kitchen Career

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Staff meals while on duty

Employee discounts across Accor hotels

Heartist culture access

Career development opportunities

Professional development programs

Job summary

Pullman Rotorua is seeking a passionate Demi Chef de Partie to join our professional Kitchen team in a fast-paced, international hotel setting, where craftsmanship and teamwork are valued. You will report to the Executive Chef, manage your allocated section, ensure precise food preparation and presentation, and collaborate across the kitchen to uphold our quality standards.

Flexibility to work across sections and a commitment to food safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional commercial kitchen, ideally in a 5-star hotel.
• Sound knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe work practices.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work across kitchen sections.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Organise and operate your allocated kitchen section efficiently and productively.
• Prepare and cook menu and buffet items to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Deliver food orders efficiently while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Work across different kitchen sections when required, supporting a flexible and collaborative team environment.
• Ensure food is stored, prepared and handled in accordance with food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen and work area.
• Assist the Sous Chef and senior kitchen team in maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
• Monitor food preparation, portion control and wastage to help manage food costs.
• Identify stock and product requirements and communicate these to your supervisor in advance.
• Follow all workplace health, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Contribute positively to the wider hotel team and Pullman's service culture.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork and communication

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Pullman Rotorua is seeking a passionate Demi Chef de Partie to join our professional Kitchen team in a fast-paced, international hotel setting, where craftsmanship and teamwork are valued. You will report to the Executive Chef, manage your allocated section, ensure precise food preparation and presentation, and collaborate across the kitchen to uphold our quality standards.

Flexibility to work across sections and a commitment to food safety are essential.