Head Chef: Menu Mastery & Kitchen Leadership

Doc; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Doc in Auckland is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, oversee food preparation, manage daily operations and ensure the highest standards across all dishes. You will work closely with front‑of‑house and supplier teams to uphold quality and consistency from prep to plate.

Ideal candidates will have a genuine passion for food, meticulous attention to detail, the ability to multi‑task and a proactive team‑oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant hospitality experience.
• Level 4 cookery qualification or equivalent.
• NZ residence or valid NZ work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and kitchen activities.
• Plan and construct menus with new or seasonal culinary creations.
• Plan orders of food supplies and manage inventory.
• Hire, train, and supervise kitchen staff.
• Assign tasks and supervise chefs, cooks, and kitchen hands.
• Inspect food quality and portions before service.
• Collaborate with the restaurant manager to align kitchen goals.
• Estimate costs and manage labour to minimise waste.
• Enforce health and safety and food safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Proactive

Education

Level 4 cookery qualification

Job description

Doc in Auckland is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, oversee food preparation, manage daily operations and ensure the highest standards across all dishes. You will work closely with front‑of‑house and supplier teams to uphold quality and consistency from prep to plate.

Ideal candidates will have a genuine passion for food, meticulous attention to detail, the ability to multi‑task and a proactive team‑oriented mindset.