Chef de Partie

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Join Mercure Queenstown Resort as Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section, ensure smooth service, and uphold food safety, stock control and waste reduction while coordinating with a team across outlets. You will prepare and present dishes with consistency and support buffet catering. Requirements: NZQCF Level Diploma or qualified chef with at least three years’ experience, creativity in menu presentation, organized and able to work under pressure on a seven day roster including mornings and afternoons. To apply, tailor your CV to showcase menu execution, cost control, teamwork and event catering, note availability and include references. Benefits include meals on duty, gym, accommodation discounts, career growth, EAP.

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Job Description

What you will be doing: 

• Manage a designated section of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
• Work closely with fellow chefs to maintain flexibility and teamwork across all kitchen areas.
• Prepare and cook dishes with precision, urgency, and consistency, following recipes and quality standards.
• Uphold food safety and hygiene standards in all food handling, preparation, and storage.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment that meets all health and safety regulations.
• Monitor stock levels and inventory, anticipate needs, and communicate effectively with supervisors.
• Minimize food waste and control costs through efficient practices and standardized recipes.
• Ensure buffet stations are well-presented, regularly replenished, and responsive to guest demand.
• Support the successful delivery of food service for conferences and events.

Qualifications

• NZQCF Level Diploma or A qualified chef with at least 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated creativity and flair in menu execution and food presentation.
• Highly organized with the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• A positive team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience in a hotel or commercial kitchen is highly regarded.
• Available to work on a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays. Morning and Afternoon shifts.

Additional Information

Benefits of working at Mercure QT Resort

Situated on a unique vantage point with breath taking views over Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables Mountain range, Mercure Queenstown Resort offers 148 guests rooms, two restaurants, a lounge bar and conference facilities.   

• Work Your Way - Speak with us about your desired work life balance and make it a reality!
• Free use and access of our gym, saunas, hot tubs and swimming pool.
• Meals provided while on duty.
• Accommodation discounts & Free Anniversary Stay.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Fantastic career growth opportunities.
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates with Accor worldwide.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.