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The Comm Whakatane is seeking an experienced head chef to lead the kitchen team in their busy restaurant.  
Responsible for leading all kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food, maintaining food safety standards, managing stock and suppliers, controlling food and labour costs, and leading the kitchen team.

The Comm Whakatane is seeking an experienced head chef to lead the kitchen team in their busy restaurant.  

Location - Whakatane, Bay of Plenty  

A permanent full time (at least 30 hours per week, maximum of 50 hours per week). 

Renumeration is between $30 and $35 per hour, depending on experience.  
Reports to: Restaurant Owner and General Manager. 

Required experience: At least five years experience as a chef.  

 
Company benefits : Free staff meals and drinks, free parking.  

 

Job description:  

  • Oversee daily kitchen operations and maintain consistent food quality and presentation. 

  • Lead, develop, and motivate kitchen staff, including performance feedback.  

  • Monitor food costs, minimise waste, and conduct regular stocktakes.  

  • Order food, beverages, and kitchen supplies - Maintaining good relationships with suppliers.  

  • Assist in menu development with owners and pricing to achieve profit margins. 

  • Ensure compliance with New Zealand food safety regulations and hygiene standards.  

  • Maintain kitchen equipment and a safe working environment.  

  • Collaborate with front-of-house management and communicate effectively with suppliers and management. 

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills. 
     

Key performance indicators: Food cost within target, labour cost within budget, consistent food quality, positive customer feedback, and high kitchen hygiene standards.  
Personal attributes: Calm under pressure, honest, reliable, detail oriented, and committed to continuous improvement.  

Summary: Responsible for leading all kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food, maintaining food safety standards, managing stock and suppliers, controlling food and labour costs, and leading the kitchen team. 

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following question(s):

  • How many years experience do you have as a chef?
  • Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident?
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