Senior Chef de Partie

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Papakura; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company in Auckland is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to join the culinary team. You will be responsible for ensuring food production quality, training staff, and managing kitchen operations. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience and a commitment to guest satisfaction. The role offers exciting challenges in a premium hotel environment.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of kitchen management experience in a hotel or high-level restaurant.
• Ability to train staff and maintain food safety standards.
• Strong research capability and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee restaurant food production, including breakfast and dinner.
• Prepare menus in accordance with recipes and plating quality.
• Support training of new staff and participate in kitchen meetings.

Skills

Kitchen management experience

Creative and development spirit

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school or equivalent, preferably culinary school

Job description

Overview

Senior Chef de Partie – Job Number HOT0BZ3Z

Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka, 10 Hinau Road, Auckland. DoubleTree by Hilton Auckland Karaka is a premium hotel located next to the New Zealand Bloodstock Sales Centre, 25 minutes from Auckland Airport, with 122 guest rooms, an outdoor pool, gardens, and two signature dining venues – Ethereal Restuarant and Horseshoe Bar.

We are seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to join our culinary team. As a Hilton Team Member, you will help delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike.

The Senior Chef de Partie supports the culinary operation to ensure it runs smoothly and meets Hilton standards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for restaurant food production, including breakfast, room service, dinner, and staff meals.
• Prepare menus as required in a timely manner and strictly in accordance with recipes, standards, and plating quality.
• Maintain knowledge of all compliance requirements of hotel operations.
• Support training of new and current staff; work on SOP improvements and continuous improvement in all areas.
• Actively participate in kitchen meetings to maintain continuous improvement of kitchen operations, achieve goals, and maintain smooth communication.
• Respond to each guest request to their satisfaction.
• Follow any new menu changes requested by the Chef and any working methods for new menus, daily specials, and promotions.
• Work closely with the Chef in ordering food quantities for the day; maximize the use of food produce to eliminate waste and obtain the best rate of return.
• Participate in meetings and activities organized by the hotel.
• Check the quality of food prepared by staff according to required standards and make necessary adjustments.
• Work with the Chef to determine menu selections in regular meetings to satisfy guests and the segment.
• Ensure all staff are fully aware of the hotel's fire and life safety / emergency procedures.
• Perform any other reasonable duties and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Senior Chef de Partie serving Hilton Brands is committed to guests and works with other team members. Maintain the attitude, behaviors, skills, and values listed below:
• High school or equivalent, preferably from a professional culinary school.
• 1 to 3 years of kitchen management experience in a hotel restaurant or high-level independent restaurant.
• Creative with strong research capability and development spirit; able to execute effectively.
• Extensive knowledge of kitchen equipment and ability to train staff.
• Basic knowledge of computer operation.
• Knowledge of food safety systems.
• Ability to complete tasks on time in order of priority.
• Work well under pressure, stay calm, and solve problems.
• Able to work well independently as well as in a team.

What it’s like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. Hilton is dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands, with a team that values light and warmth in hospitality every day.