Head Chef

Silky Otter Cinemas; Richmond; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique cinema operator in Richmond is seeking an experienced Head Chef to manage kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food service. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to food safety. This full-time role promises an exciting opportunity to be part of a new operation focused on showcasing New Zealand produce.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years prior experience in kitchens required.
• Proven experience with HACCP and FCP necessary.
• Excellent understanding of NZ Food Safety and Hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities in the kitchen, including food preparation and staff training.
• Maintain food hygiene and compliance with legislation.
• Oversee kitchen operation for in-cinema dining and events.

Skills

Food safety

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational ability

Leadership

Job description

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Silky Otter Cinema – Engineered to Entertain

Looking to be part of a new Hospitality operation, showcasing the very best of NZ produce and its unique flavours?

We are looking to deliver a high-quality product that aligns with our world-class cinema experience. Our service and presentation standards will rival some of the best in the business. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something new and fresh located in Richmond.

About Us:

Silky Otter Cinemas is proudly New Zealand–owned, with eight boutique locations nationwide: Orakei, Ponsonby Central, Takanini, Palmerston North, Wigram, Richmond, Queenstown, and our newest cinema in Sumner, Christchurch.

Far from your average movie theatre, Silky Otter is designed to change the way you enjoy movies. Focused on providing a fully immersive cinema experience from the moment tickets are booked through to when the film is finished. Most importantly, we pride ourselves on being both the friendly local cinema, and the buzzing hive for all things latest in big screen content. We are looking to deliver a high-quality product that aligns with our world-class cinema experience. Our service and presentation standards will rival some of the best in the business.

With a reputation for delivering five-star service from throughout New Zealand, we are looking for an innovative and creative Head Chef keen to celebrate the very best.

The Position

You will be responsible for managing all activities in the kitchen from food preparation and production to administration and staff training. You will be required to maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleaning and food handling which meet current standards of legislation and compliance.

We are looking for someone to make their mark on ensuring guests have the ultimate experience.

The position is for full-time employment with a guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week.

You will oversee and direct all aspects of the kitchen operation for the smooth running of the restaurant, in-cinema dining and events; whether it be a five-person cinema hire or a glamorous event dinner for 200 people.

We are looking for someone to make their mark on ensuring guests have the ultimate experience.

Who you are:

Passionate about food & hospitality, dedicated to using your creative flair and vision to showcase this to our guests

Keen to lead from the top: you will always hold food safety, flavours, presentation, and delivery to the highest of standards

Ability to work well under pressure, independently and as part of a team

Committed to ongoing review and improvement, and ensure the relationship with front-of-house staff is of a high standard at all times

Manages the kitchen within specified targets and KPIs and ensures orderingand stock control is effective, whilst achieving minimal wastage where possible.

Ensures food prep areas and equipment are clean and maintains a functional and hygienic kitchen with appropriate paperwork filled out punctually

Experience maintaining local supplier relationships, ordering and stock management

Proven experience with HACCP and FCP.

Ability to follow instructions, processes and procedures.

Create a fun, safe and supportive work environment in the kitchen

Good organizational ability

Excellent understanding of NZ Food Safety and Hygiene,

Excellent understanding of NZ Health and Safety,

Good interpersonal and communication skills

A minimum of 3 years prior experience in kitchens is required.

We are looking for a New Zealand citizen or resident only.You must state in your CV that you are a New Zealand citizen or resident.

If this sounds like you and you are searching for a long-term career path with future opportunities ahead, we want to hear from you.

Please apply today with your cover letter & CV.

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