Sous Chef

Employer Sponsored Jobs; Whangarei; In loco; NZD 40.000 - 57.000; Tempo pieno

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Employer Sponsored Jobs is seeking a Sous Chef for a waterfront Northland restaurant in Whangārei, NZ. The role supports the Executive Chef, shares leadership of the kitchen, and helps maintain standards when the restaurant is busiest.

The position offers permanent or fixed-term contracts with a minimum of 30 hours per week and visa sponsorship may be considered for eligible candidates. Previous NZ work eligibility is advantageous.

Competenze

• Solid experience in a busy, quality-driven kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate those around you.
• Genuine passion for excellent food and consistent results.
• Excellent organisation and communication, and composure under pressure.
• Positive outlook and good work ethic.

Mansioni

• Deputise for the Executive Chef during any absence
• Ensure the full brigade understands each day's requirements
• Keep stock available in the volume the kitchen needs
• Ensure stock quality is maintained
• Manage timetables, leave rosters and attendance registers
• Uphold hygiene regulations across the kitchen
• Report maintenance problems and see each one through to a fix
• Maintain clear communication between the restaurant floor and the kitchen
• Inspect outgoing dishes for quality, quantity, presentation and temperature, and train staff on the job

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Team motivation

Organizational skills

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Whangarei, New Zealand Full-time Posted 21 Oct 2026

From $35 per hour Visa sponsorship

About the role

What the employer needs is a Sous Chef who can share the load with the Executive Chef: someone to help lead the kitchen team, protect standards and keep the back of house organised when the restaurant is at its fullest.

The business is a long-standing waterfront restaurant in Northland, with a menu shaped around fresh flavours, quality local ingredients and an easy-going dining style. It is offering a permanent or fixed-term contract, with no fewer than 30 hours of work a week. Candidates who already hold New Zealand work eligibility have the edge, though employer sponsorship may be considered.

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Key responsibilities

• Deputise for the Executive Chef during any absence
• Ensure the full brigade understands each day's requirements
• Keep stock available in the volume the kitchen needs
• Make sure that stock is also of a suitable standard
• Manage timetables, leave rosters and attendance registers so they stay accurate
• Uphold hygiene regulations across the kitchen
• Report maintenance problems and see each one through to a fix
• Maintain clear communication between the restaurant floor and the kitchen
• Inspect all outgoing dishes for quality, quantity, presentation and temperature, and run regular on-the-job training while treating staff fairly and courteously

Requirements & eligibility

• Solid experience gained in a busy, quality-driven kitchen, with the readiness to step up or current experience as a Sous Chef
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate those around you
• Genuine passion for excellent food and for consistent results
• Excellent organisation and communication, and composure when the kitchen is under pressure
• Positive outlook, good work ethic and a sense of humour