Wellington Sous Chef

Star Group; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality group as a Sous Chef in Wellington, where you will lead a team in a vibrant kitchen. Bring your experience in kitchen operations and passion for quality food to an environment that fosters growth and creativity. Enjoy a supportive culture with opportunities for career advancement and perks across venues.

Benefits

Discounts and perks across all Star Group venues

Ongoing opportunities for development and progression

Supportive environment that welcomes your ideas

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong CDP ready to step up.
• Confidence managing service, stock, and kitchen operations.
• Strong understanding of food safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a busy kitchen and inspire your team to deliver outstanding food.
• Manage kitchen operations and ensure quality and consistency.
• Support and guide your team under pressure during service.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety

Creativity

Job description

Join the Star Group Whānau

Star Group is behind some of Aotearoa’s most iconic hospitality venues – and we’re just getting started. We're bold, fast-paced, and passionate about creating unforgettable experiences, from the kitchen to the bar and everywhere in between.

We’re looking for a Sous Chef to step into a key leadership role at one of our Wellington-based venues. If you’ve got the skills to lead a busy kitchen, inspire a team, and deliver consistently outstanding food – we want to hear from you.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef (or a strong CDP ready to step up)
• Leadership qualities – you support and guide your team under pressure
• Confidence managing service, stock, and kitchen operations
• A commitment to quality, creativity, and consistency
• Flexibility with rostered shifts, including evenings and weekends
• A strong understanding of food safety and compliance

What we offer:

• A chance to be part of an energetic, growth-focused hospitality group
• Ongoing opportunities for development and progression
• A team-first culture that celebrates creativity and hustle
• Discounts and perks across all Star Group venues
• A supportive environment where your ideas are welcomed

Bring your skills, passion, and drive – and let’s cook up something great.
Apply now to join the Star Group.