Chef de Partie

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Novotel Wellington is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our on site kitchen team, working with the Executive and Sous Chefs to coordinate production and ensure smooth communication across departments. You’ll own your section, uphold top quality in food, presentation, and safety, lead junior cooks, manage stock and waste, and support menu prep within cost margins. Essential: proven Chef de Partie experience, a Certificate in Cookery, the ability to work under pressure, and a seven day roster flexibility; NZ work eligibility is required as sponsorship is not offered. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight relevant roles with measurable quality improvements and waste reduction, demonstrate teamwork, and show alignment with Accor’s Heartist culture and benefits such as Accor Academy and staff meals.

Company Description

Nestled in the heart of Wellington's CBD, offering 139 spacious guest rooms with contemporary furnishings and stunning Harbour views. Ideal for family focused executives, business and leisure groups. Novotel’s contemporary boardroom offers providing a discreet and convenient location.

Become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you into a world where life pulses with passion.

Job Description

As a Chef de Partie at Novotel Wellington, you'll be a key player in our kitchen, whipping up delectable delights that keep our guests coming back for more. From sizzling starters to mouth-watering mains, your culinary artistry will be the secret ingredient to our success.

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to coordinate food production and ensure smooth communication between the kitchen and other departments
• Take responsibility for your section, ensuring high-quality food preparation, presentation, and service
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards at all times
• Lead and supervise junior kitchen team members, setting a positive and professional example
• Delegate tasks effectively to ensure service requirements are met
• Coordinate menu preparation and ensure adequate supplies are available for service
• Monitor food quality at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Prepare and present menu items with creativity, consistency, and flair, while adhering to cost margins
• Maintain excellent stock control, including strict stock rotation and minimising waste
• Ensure all food is stored and handled in line with food health and hygiene regulations
• Keep work areas, equipment, and your section clean, organised, and compliant at all times
• Monitor daily food and product requirements and communicate needs to senior kitchen leadership in advance
• Support the training and development of junior kitchen team members.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie or relevant experience in a similar role
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively and collectively as part of a team
• Certificate in Cookery
• Flexibility to work across a 7-day roster (morning and evening shifts)
• PASSION for delivering an outstanding culinary experience
• PASSION for quality and presentation
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand (immigration visa support or sponsorship is not available with this role)

Additional Information

At Novotel Wellington, we're all about not just building your career but ensuring you have a blast along the way! We believe in celebrating your accomplishments with a bunch of awesome employee perks and programs, including:

• Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!
• Daily staff meals are on us while you're on duty.
• Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme: Supporting you in all stages of life.
• Join in on staff celebrations and get recognised for your tenure.
• Accor's refer-a-friend bonus
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Join us at Novotel Wellington, where your career journey is as exciting as the destination!

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