Sous Chef | Ebisu

Savor Group Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Everyday staff discounts

Dynamic staff discounts

Extra day of leave per year

Anniversary voucher

Complimentary staff meal daily

Training and growth opportunities

Positive and supportive team

Job summary

Savor Group Ltd's Ebisu in Auckland is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead a kitchen in a high-volume, upmarket Japanese/Asian Fusion venue. You will have at least 2 years in a similar role and be adept at mentoring a team.

You will manage budgets, ensure high food standards, and work across a 7-day roster including late evenings, weekends and public holidays. Great opportunities within a premium hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years experience in a comparable role within the hospitality industry.
• Experience in Japanese or Asian Fusion cuisine.
• Effective team management including the ability to train and mentor your team.
• Ability to maintain high food standards and monitor budgets and labour costs.

Responsibilities

• Managing, and leading the kitchen team in conjunction with the Head Chef
• Ensuring exceptional product delivery at all times
• Day to day operation of the kitchen
• Assuming responsibility in the absence of the Head Chef
• In conjunction with the head chef, menu planning and costing including cost of goods
• Assisting the Head chef with recruitment, performance management, retention, engagement and training
• Stock management including ordering, receipting, storage and rotation

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Savor is a fast paced and dynamic business that stays true to its entrepreneurial roots. We create world class dining experiences across some of Auckland’s leading restaurants, while driving growth across the Group and returns for shareholders along the way.

The Venue

Ebisu serves up contemporary Japanese fare in a gloriously moody space right on Auckland’s waterfront in an historic building in Auckland’s Britomart precinct. A mixture of booths and tables are perfect for big groups or intimate gatherings. The menu draws together classic Japanese and European techniques - a mix of new-style sushi and sashimi as well as traditional Japanese dishes enlivened with unexpected twists. We have an extensive sake menu, Japan-inspired cocktails and a range of local, Japanese and imported beers.

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for experienced industry professionals to step into the role of Sous Chef! Ideally you will have at least 2+ years experience in a comparable role within the hospitality industry, ideally within an upmarket, high volume venue, and experience in Japanese or Asian Fusion cuisine. You will have effective team management experience including the ability to train and mentor your team. You will have the capability to maintain high food standards, experience in managing and monitoring financial budgets and food and labour costs, and the flexibility to work across a 7 day roster, including late evenings, weekends and public holidays. In this role you will be responsible for:

• Managing, and leading the kitchen team in conjunction with the Head Chef
• Ensuring exceptional product delivery at all times
• Day to day operation of the kitchen
• Assuming responsibility in the absence of the Head Chef
• In conjunction with the head chef, menu planning, costing, including the cost of goods across the kitchen
• Assisting the Head chef with people practices including, recruitment, performance management, retention, engagement and training
• Stock management including, ordering, receipting, storage and rotation

The Benefits

• Competitive pay aligned with your contributions
• Everyday Discounts at all of our venues
• Dynamic Discounts for generous savings, updated regularly throughout the year
• Extra day of leave per year
• Anniversary Voucher, redeemable at all our venues
• Complimentary staff meal daily
• Training and growth opportunities
• Positive and supportive team environment

When you join Savor Group you are joining a company that values you. From the moment you become part of the Savor team we are invested in developing and nurturing you, making sure your work is fulfilling, that you are proud of what you do and where you work.

Additional information

• Permanent full-time position + time in lieu + additional annual leave!
• Competitive hourly rate + great staff benefits package + weekly payroll!
• A premium hospitality group with great growing opportunities!