Chef de Partie

Love hospitality? Join on e of Auckland's leading hotel kitchen teams.

At Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre we're looking for an experienced and motivated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team. No two days are the same here -you'll have the opportunity to gain exposure across restaurant service, large-scale conference and event catering, and pastry production, while working within one of Auckland's leading hotel operations.

What we can offer:

Join a stable hotel operation with year-round trading, structured systems, supportive leadership and opportunities to develop your skills across multiple kitchen environments

Minimum 32 hours per week

Competitive remuneration of $29.00-32.00 p/hr (depending on experience and capability)

Rewards and recognition programme

Accommodation and Food & Beverage discounts at our full portfolio of properties in the most beautiful North Island locations!

Supportive team culture and stable year-round business

About the Role

You'll be responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality food across a variety of service styles. You'll take ownership of your section while supporting our wider culinary operation and helping deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Your responsibilities will include

Food preparation and service across restaurant, banquet and pastry kitchens

Maintaining quality, consisetncy and presentation standards

Minimising food wasteage and manageing stock efficiently

Adhering to food safety and hygiene requirements

Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive kitchen culture

What we're looking for

At least 2 years experience at a Chef de Partie level.

Experience across a mix of different kitchens, such as Hotel restaurant environments as well as Banquet/conferencing kitchens.

A recognised qualification in Food Cookery or Culinary Arts.

Strong organisation and time-management skills

High standards of food quality, presentiaton and cleanliness

The ability to work a flexible roster (across morning & evening, Monday-Sunday)

Positive attitude and willingness to support multiple kitchen areas

* Must have the current legal right to work in NZ

About us:

Waipuna Hotel and Conference Centre is a 4-star property and one of New Zealand’s largest and most versatile conference venues. Nestled in 6 acres of parkland overlooking the Panmure Lagoon, we combine a tranquil setting with easy access to Sylvia Park, train links, and motorway routes. Our facilities include flexible meeting spaces, outdoor pool, gym, and spa pool – catering to both business and leisure travellers.

We’re part of Prime Hotels, a proudly New Zealand-owned group with 9 hotels nationwide and growing. Prime Hotels sits under the wider Prime Property Group - one of NZ's largest privately owned property companies

(www.primeproperty.co.nz).

Location: Mount Wellington, Auckland

Position available: We are recruiting for a 32 hour (per week) role.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a supportive team, and love creating memorable guest experiences – we’d love to hear from you!