Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menu Creation & Operations

Emym Limited T/A Headquarters; Auckland; On-site; NZD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

EMYM Ltd T/A Headquarters is seeking an experienced sous chef to join our Auckland venue. You will support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, develop menus, and supervise staff to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.

This is a permanent, full-time role based in our Viaduct Harbour precinct. You will oversee food preparation, lead operations when the Head Chef is away, manage stock and costs, and ensure safety and hygiene compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Strong cooking skills and knowledge of menu development.
• Good communication, leadership and time-management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Relevant culinary qualifications or equivalent training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating new dishes and updating menus, including function and event menus.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, food preparation and service.
• Lead kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence.
• Train and support junior kitchen staff.
• Manage stock, ordering, portion control and waste reduction.
• Maintain food quality, presentation and service standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and workplace health and safety rules.
• Coordinate with management and front-of-house for daily service and events.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Communication

Time management

Staff supervision

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

EMYM Ltd T/A Headquarters is seeking an experienced sous chef to join our Auckland venue. You will support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, develop menus, and supervise staff to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.

This is a permanent, full-time role based in our Viaduct Harbour precinct. You will oversee food preparation, lead operations when the Head Chef is away, manage stock and costs, and ensure safety and hygiene compliance.