Junior Sous Chef
Accor · 5001+ employees
What the role involves
- Overseeing kitchen operations
- Maintaining food quality
- Leading culinary team
What they ask for
Previous experience as Junior Sous Chef or senior chef role; strong culinary skills; leadership and team development; food safety and hygiene knowledge; food cost and stock control; ability to work in fast-paced environment.
- Manages people
About the job
Company Description:Wellington’s largest economy hotel within walking distance to the capital’s largest venues, Takina, Te Papa, TSB and Sky Stadium. This robust hotel offers consistency and efficiency for large groups with generous vibrant Vivant restaurant dining spaces, offering a big buffet breakfast, and a la carte lunch and dinner.
Job Description:As Junior Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, maintain high food quality standards, and inspire the culinary team to deliver outstanding results. You will play a key role in menu execution, team leadership, food safety compliance, and ensuring a seamless dining experience for our guests.
Qualifications:We’re looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef or in a senior Chef role
- Has strong technical culinary skills and a genuine passion for food
- Is confident leading and developing a kitchen team
- Thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment
- Takes pride in consistency, quality and presentation
- Has a strong understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene
- Understands the importance of food cost, stock control and minimising waste
- Is organised, calm under pressure and leads by example
- Brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic and plenty of personality to the kitchen
Additional Information:Why join Accor?
- Opportunities for career growth and development across New Zealand and internationally
- Access to Accor's industry-leading learning and development programs
- Staff accommodation and food & beverage discounts worldwide through the Heartist programme
- Supportive and inclusive team culture
- Uniform provided
- Employee assistance programme
- Access to fantastic global hotel discounts across Accor's extensive network
At Accor, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Apply now and help us create exceptional guest experiences through safe, efficient and well-maintained hotel operations.