"Oversee daily kitchen operations and lead the Sous Chef duties to deliver high-quality meals"

Sous Chef

Avani Queenstown Shores Resort are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team on a Full Time basis. This role is essential in supporting the Head Chef, supervising and mentoring the kitchen team, and ensuring the delivery of consistently high-quality dishes and dining experiences for guests.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Work alongside, direct, and support kitchen team members to ensure excellence and consistency in all dishes.
  • Oversee the performance of kitchen staff, maintaining high standards and uniformity in the products delivered.
  • Assist in the creation of menus and perform cost analysis to maintain profitability.
  • Manage inventory levels and oversee back-of-house food and labour expenses.
  • Implement procedures to uphold high standards of presentation, sanitation, service, and product quality.
  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and food standards.
  • Manage the recruitment, induction, training, and rostering of kitchen team members.
  • Curate and refine recipes to meet diverse culinary preferences, dietary restrictions, and allergies.

Shift Details (subject to change):

  • Immediate start available
  • Rotating roster across Monday to Sunday
  • AM and PM shifts available

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Relevant Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
  • Minimum two years' experience working as a Sous Chef.
  • Exceptional leadership skills with experience motivating and managing a skilled and diverse team.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic kitchen environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you'll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

What We Offer:

  • Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
  • Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
  • Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
  • Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
  • Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
  • Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
  • Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
  • Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Currently, we are only accepting applications from candidates who have working rights within New Zealand.

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