Sous Chef

Accorhotel; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

L&D programs

Staff accommodation

Discounts across Accor

Inclusive culture

Uniform provided

Employee assistance

Global discounts

Job summary

Accor Wellington is seeking a talented Sous Chef to work with the Head Chef, overseeing daily kitchen operations and delivering high standards.

You will lead a culinary team, ensure food safety, manage costs, and help execute menus in a fast-paced hospitality setting that values consistency and presentation.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or in a senior chef role.
• Strong culinary skills and passion for food.
• Leads and develops a kitchen team.
• Thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Knowledge of food cost, stock control and waste minimisation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations with Head Chef.
• Maintain high food quality and consistency.
• Inspire and lead culinary team to deliver results.
• Ensure menu execution and compliance.
• Uphold food safety standards and kitchen hygiene.
• Manage stock and assist with cost controls.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Budgeting & waste control

Calm under pressure

Food presentation

Job description

Wellington’s largest economy hotel within walking distance to the capital’s largest venues, Takina, Te Papa, TSB and Sky Stadium. This robust hotel offers consistency and efficiency for large groups with generous vibrant Vivant restaurant dining spaces, offering a big buffet breakfast, and a la carte lunch and dinner.

As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, maintain high food quality standards, and inspire the culinary team to deliver outstanding results. You will play a key role in menu execution, team leadership, food safety compliance, and ensuring a seamless dining experience for our guests.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a senior Chef role
• Has strong technical culinary skills and a genuine passion for food
• Is confident leading and developing a kitchen team
• Thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment
• Takes pride in consistency, quality and presentation
• Has a strong understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene
• Understands the importance of food cost, stock control and minimising waste
• Is organised, calm under pressure and leads by example
• Brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic and plenty of personality to the kitchen

Why join Accor?

• Opportunities for career growth and development across New Zealand and internationally
• Access to Accor's industry-leading learning and development programs
• Staff accommodation and food & beverage discounts worldwide through the Heartist programme
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Uniform provided
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to fantastic global hotel discounts across Accor's extensive network

At Accor, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.