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Sous chef jobs in New Zealand.

7 open roles, 1 posted this week, most paying $71k to $78k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Hospitality3 days ago

    Junior Sous Chef

    TFE Hotels · 1001-5000 employees

    A hotel brand within TFE Hotels offering hospitality services.

    Queenstown, Otago
    $30.00-$37.50 an hourOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading kitchen team · Preparing food · Managing stock

    2+ yrsAt least two years of relevant work experience as Chef de Partie or higher, or a relevant diploma plus one year experience; shift work including early/late shifts, weekends and public holidays; physical ability to stand/walk and lift up to 20kg.

  • Hospitality15 days ago

    Glass Goose - Sous Chef - Full Time

    The Glass Goose · 11-50 employees

    A rooftop bar and eatery offering food, beverages, and hospitality in Auckland.

    Auckland
    $34.00-$38.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Managing food costs · Preparing dishes · Leading kitchen

    3+ yrsStrong leadership, communication, and culinary skills; proven experience in a fast-paced high-end kitchen; NZ Register Diploma or at least three years of relevant experience.

    Study support
  • Hospitality20 days ago

    Sous Chef

    The Hermitage Hotel · 1001-5000 employees

    A hotel offering hospitality, dining, beverage services, accommodation, and outdoor activities in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.

    Aoraki / Mount Cook, Canterbury
    $30.00-$34.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeTemporaryEntry levelManages people

    Preparing dishes · Planning operations · Controlling costs

    1+ yrAt least 12 months as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in a fast-paced or high-production kitchen, with food safety knowledge, communication skills, flexibility, and technology proficiency.

    Generous leave
  • Hospitality22 days ago

    Sous Chef

    The Emerson Brewing Company · 1001-5000 employees

    An iconic New Zealand wine brand with a Cellar Door venue and restaurant in the Marlborough region.

    Dunedin, Otago
    $30.00-$32.00 an hourOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading kitchens · Training teams · Creating menus

    3+ yrsAt least 3 years of experience in a fast-paced professional kitchen, proven leadership skills, broad kitchen expertise, strong palate, composure under pressure, and passion for food.

  • Hospitality26 days ago

    Sous Chef – Foundry & Events Kitchen

    University of Canterbury Students' Association · 201-1000 employees

    A student media organization producing print, digital, audio, video, and social media content for university students.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading kitchen operations · Preparing dishes · Managing stock

    3+ yrsRequires 3+ years in a similar role, Level 3 and 4 National Certificates in Hospitality (Professional Cookery) or equivalent, leadership, organisation, communication, reliability, and flexibility.

  • Hospitality27 days ago

    Sous Chef — Rydges Rotorua Full time

    EVT · 5001+ employees

    A social accommodation brand redefining travel with premium pods, private rooms, and vibrant communal spaces.

    Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
    $34.89 an hourOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading kitchen operations · Training kitchen staff · Managing stock

    3+ yrsNZQF Diploma in Cookery or Kitchen Management, or 3+ years relevant chef experience; proven kitchen leadership, food safety, menu execution, staff supervision, and stock management experience.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Hospitality27 days ago

    Sous Chef - Rydges Rotorua

    Rydges Hotels & Resorts · 5001+ employees

    A social accommodation brand redefining travel with premium pods, private rooms, and vibrant communal spaces.

    Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
    OnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Leading kitchen operations · Training kitchen staff · Managing food quality

    3+ yrsNZQF Diploma in Cookery or Kitchen Management, or 3+ years' relevant chef experience. Requires leadership experience, food safety, recipe execution, stock management, and staff supervision.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave

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