Lead Sous Chef — Creative Menu & Team Leadership

Hind Management; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Free meals

Free parking

Life insurance

Staff discounts

Job summary

Sudima Christchurch Airport is seeking a driven Sous Chef to join our team in Christchurch. This hands-on leadership role works closely with the Head Chef to inspire and develop our kitchen team, with responsibilities spanning menu planning, stock management, food preparation, and staff development.

The role is full-time with a guaranteed 40 hours per week, offering an exciting step up for a chef ready to make their mark in a busy hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' relevant experience in a kitchen.
• NZQF diploma preferred.
• Expert in product quality and presentation.
• Experience in conference and banqueting.
• Pastry and hot kitchen experience required.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills.
• Solid understanding of managing costs.
• Understanding of current culinary trends and kitchen processes.
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes as directed by the Head Chef.
• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations across the restaurant, room service and conferencing.
• Deliver great food and memorable guest experiences across outlets.
• Coach and develop junior chefs and kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen with hands-on leadership.
• Manage food and labour costs while maintaining standards.
• Support stock management and purchasing to control costs.
• Contribute to menu development and new concepts.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and kitchen cleanliness.
• Be available across a 7-day rotating roster and start ASAP.

Skills

Chef experience

Leadership

Cost management

Communication

Education

NZQF diploma (preferred)

Certificate in Cookery (Level 4) advantageous

Tools

MS Office

Rostering software

Job description

Sudima Christchurch Airport is seeking a driven Sous Chef to join our team in Christchurch. This hands-on leadership role works closely with the Head Chef to inspire and develop our kitchen team, with responsibilities spanning menu planning, stock management, food preparation, and staff development.

The role is full-time with a guaranteed 40 hours per week, offering an exciting step up for a chef ready to make their mark in a busy hotel environment.