Lead Sous Chef — Dynamic Kitchen Leadership & Menu Innovation

Hind Management; Māngere-Ōtāhuhu; On-site; NZD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Uniform provided

Staff meals provided

Life Insurance & wellbeing programmes

Staff, family and friends hotel rates

Paid training and development

Job summary

Sudima Auckland Airport is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and lead the kitchen team in a fast-paced setting. This hands-on role covers menu planning, stock ordering, cooking, and staff training to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) on a rotational roster at Sudima Auckland Airport. Key requirements include a NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2), 2+ years in a similar role, and strong leadership with a focus on

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' relevant experience in a kitchen.
• NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) required.
• NZQF diploma preferred.
• Strong leadership and cost-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, prepare and produce all recipes to standard set by the Executive Chef.
• Organise kitchen operations for restaurant and room service to run efficiently.
• Prepare and present outstanding dishes across outlets and conferencing.
• Lead junior chefs and kitchen staff; train where needed.
• Help manage food costs and forecasted profitability while maintaining standards.
• Ensure compliance with nutrition, sanitation and food safety standards.
• Monitor quality at all stages and advise on procedures as needed.
• Discuss issues with Managers, Dietitians, and staff; demonstrate techniques.

Skills

Leadership experience

Two years relevant experience

Food safety knowledge

Menu planning and cost control

Education

NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

NZQF diploma preferred

Tools

MS Office

Roster software

Job description

Sudima Auckland Airport is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and lead the kitchen team in a fast-paced setting. This hands-on role covers menu planning, stock ordering, cooking, and staff training to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) on a rotational roster at Sudima Auckland Airport. Key requirements include a NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2), 2+ years in a similar role, and strong leadership with a focus on