Sous Chef

About The Role | Te mahi

We are currently seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team at Sudima Queenstown Five Mile.

As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the Head Chef in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen and ensuring the highest standards of food preparation, presentation, and service are maintained.

This is a full-time position with guaranteed 30 hours per week, with an hourly rate of $32 - $33.

Responsibilities | Ngā whakahaere

• Assist the Head Chef in menu planning and recipe creation
• Coordinate and supervise the kitchen team
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met
• Monitor quality and presentation of dishes
• Train and mentor junior chefs
• Assist with inventory management and ordering
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations

Requirements | Ngā hiahia

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of modern cooking techniques
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations
• Ability to lead and motivate a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and creativity in presentation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Certificate or diploma in culinary arts or related field
• Experience in a hotel or restaurant environment is preferred
• Legal right to work in New Zealand

Benefits

He kura te tangata - We are all valued

• Discounts at our hotels, restaurants and spas across our network
• Staff, family and friends rates at our hotels.
• Meals on duty and uniform provided.
• Excellent reward & recognition events
• Service and anniversary gifts and benefits.
• Wellbeing programme including Health insurance discounts.
• Paid training and individual Employee Development Plans.
• Training towards NZQA qualifications and our very own online digital learning platform.
• Free Life Insurance, Digital Will & Best Doctors teleservice after 3 months of employment

Our values are based on caring, working together, and doing the right thing. We are passionate about our people. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are proud to promote diversity and inclusion within our workplace and ensure an equitable selection process for all.

Who We Are - Ko Wai Mātou

Here at Sudima Hotels, we have one passion, you! We care, we do the right thing and we work together. As a Sudima team member, you will demonstrate these values with your day-to-day actions, however great or small.

We believe 'We Are all Valued - He Kura te Tangata', and our success is a direct reflection of our people and our company culture. We live and breathe Manaakitanga, hospitality is at the heart of all that we do.   As HRD's Five Star Employer of Choice Award in 2019, 2022, and in 2024, our people love coming to work every day and we think you will too!

Hind Management, the management company behind Sudima Hotels, builds, operates, and manages our award-winning hotels, restaurants, bars, and spa businesses. As industry leaders in social and environmental responsibility, they operate on a sustainable business model that takes the well-being of our people and planet seriously.

Above all, we’re looking for positive people. Working with us not only means getting unlimited opportunities to develop yourself and your career but being part of a community and company culture that’s passionate about putting people first.

Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!
Hind Management is committed to accessibility, should you require assistance or support and are unable to apply online due to an access need, contact our office 099051727 or email our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]. We will aim to respond within 48 hours Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.

We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are proud to promote diversity and inclusion within our workplace and ensure an equitable selection process for all. We offer a fully inclusive accessible hiring process, let us know how we can support you to present your best self.

E manawanui ana tātou - We care

Ka mahi tahi tātou - We work together

Ka whai tātou i te tika - We do the right thing

He kura te tangata - We are all valued