Cobb & Co Papanui is looking for a Senior Chef to assist the Kitchen Manager / Head Chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen to prepare and serve quality food in a timely manner while supervising shifts as required.

Key duties

  • Food Preparation & Service: Set up, operate, and close down the Front-Line for lunch and evening shifts; prepare dishes following recipe standards, portion control, and cooking guidelines; inspect outgoing food for quality, temperature, and presentation.

  • Shift Supervision: Oversee Front-Line operations and supervise Junior Chefs, Dessert Chefs, and Kitchenhands in the Head Chef or Sous Chef’s absence.

  • Stock Control & Inventory: Record stock needs, place orders through online systems, verify delivery dockets against received stock, ensure correct storage conditions, and participate in weekly and monthly stocktakes.

  • Hygiene & Compliance: Ensure full operational compliance with the Food Act 2014, the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, and internal policies; assist with end-of-shift cleanups; report maintenance issues and log incidents on Jolt.

Requirements:

  • NZ Certificate in Cookery Level 4 or 3 years of experience.

  • Strong communication skills, team leadership, high organisational ability, flexibility, and the capacity to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum 30 hours per week.

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following question(s):

  • Are you an NZ Citizen or residence class visa holder?
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