Sous Chef - Metita (Fixed Term)

Skycitycareers; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidised health insurance

Life insurance cover

Meals from $2.50 in staff cafeteria

Uniforms provided and laundered

Staff convenience store with discounts

Discounted city car parking

Free entry to Sky Tower

Discounts across site in hotels, bars,

Employee Resource Groups

Ongoing learning and development

Real career opportunities

Job summary

SkyCity invites a skilled Sous Chef to join Metita, led by Michael Meredith, on a fixed-term basis through June 2027. You will lead the kitchen team, mentor junior chefs and uphold five-star standards to deliver outstanding dining experiences for guests.

We seek a passionate culinary leader with strong communication, cultural awareness, and a commitment to excellence. A premium, collaborative environment and extensive staff benefits await.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience at Sous Chef level.
• Experience working to five-star, Chef Hat or Michelin-level standards.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Creativity, professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Cultural awareness gained through working within diverse and multicultural kitchen brigades.
• A strong understanding of kitchen operations, systems and structure.
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and support day-to-day operations.
• Mentor junior chefs and ensure food quality and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Contribute to a positive and high-performing team culture.
• Uphold five-star, Chef Hat or Michelin-level standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Team motivation

Creativity

Cultural awareness

Kitchen operations knowledge

Autonomy

Flexibility

Job description

SkyCity is New Zealand's leading entertainment destination. Home to world-class gaming, hotels, award-winning restaurants and bars, major events and conventions, we're committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our customers every day.

As part of SkyCity's award-winning hospitality offering Metita by Michael Meredith celebrates Pacific flavours, culture and connection. Curiously curated and shared with passion, Metita is where traditional Pacific ingredients and techniques are refined and reimagined for contemporary tastes. Through thoughtful cooking and genuine hospitality, we create memorable dining experiences that honour the richness and diversity of the Pacific.

We are seeking an experienced and passionateSous Chef to join the talented culinary team at Metita on fa fixed term basis until June 2027.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll play a key role in leading the kitchen team, maintaining exceptional food quality standards and delivering an outstanding dining experience for our guests. This is an exciting opportunity for a rising culinary leader to further develop their skills within a highly regarded restaurant environment known for creativity, innovation and excellence.

You'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day kitchen operation, mentoring junior chefs, ensuring food quality and presentation standards are met, and contributing to a positive and high-performing team culture.

We're looking for someone who is passionate about food, people and developing their culinary career within a premium dining environment.

You'll bring:

• Previous leadership experience at Sous Chef level, or be a high-performing Chef de Partie ready to take the next step
• Experience working to five-star, Chef Hat or Michelin-level standards
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to educate, motivate and inspire a team
• Creativity, professionalism and a positive attitude
• Cultural awareness gained through working within diverse and multicultural kitchen brigades
• A strong understanding of kitchen operations, systems and structure
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment
• Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays

We provide an opportunity to grow and build a career within SkyCity. We offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where your expertise and contributions will be highly valued. Additionally, we have an array of excellent company benefits including:

• Fully subsidised health insurance
• Life insurance cover
• Meals from $2.50 in our staff cafeteria, available 24/7
• Uniforms provided and professionally laundered
• Staff convenience store with heavily discounted bread, butter, eggs and everyday essentials
• Discounted city car parking
• Free entry to the Sky Tower whenever you like
• Discounts across site in our hotels, bars and restaurants
• Various Employee Resource Groups to support an inclusive culture
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Real career opportunities within a supportive organisation

At SkyCity, our career opportunities are as diverse as our workforce. We don't just embrace differences; we value and support them. Our hiring is centred on capability and performance, regardless of gender, gender identity, race, origin, age, educational background, disability, or religious beliefs. We're here to empower you to shine. Our willingness to adapt ensures you can chart your path with us! Join us at SkyCity and be extraordinary by being you.

SkyCity takes its commitment to Host Responsibility seriously. Every member of our team, no matter their role, contributes towards SkyCity's culture of customer care.