Demi Chef

Love hospitality? Then you’ll love working with us.

Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre is looking for experienced and motivated Demi Chefs (1x permanent and 1x casual) to join our team in the lead-up to our busy season.  We need adaptable chefs that can flexibly support across all of our busy kitchens (Banquets, Restaurant and Pastry).

What we offer

a positive working environment

competitive payrates ($27.00-$28.50 p/h, depending on experience)

Flexible working hours – we are happy to work around your commitments

Rewards and recognition programme

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

Casual shifts across mornings, evenings and weekends

What we need from you

• Minimum of 1 years experience
• We're looking for people who have experience across different kitchens, such as Hotel restaurant environments as well as Banquet/conferencing kitchens.
• The successful applicant will be responsible for (but not limited to) prep for service (whether in the restaurant, banquet or pastry kitchen), minimising wastage and maintaining a clean and safe working area
• Excellent time management and works well under pressure
• An eye for detail and high standard of cleanliness
• Be a team player and excellent communicator
• Have a positive can-do attitude and bring your best every day
• A qualification in Food Cookery or Culinary Arts is essential.

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:  (1x permanent and 1x casual)

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!