About The Role - Te mahi We are seeking a Demi Chef to join our friendly team in our busy kitchen based at Novotel Christchurch Airport Hotel. You must have high standards in food and cooking techniques to support our Head Chef in a busy restaurant with breakfast, lunch, and dinner services and conferencing events. A knack for innovation is welcomed in this role. This full-time permanent role is based at Novotel Christchurch Airport. Responsibilities | Nga Haepapa Food preparation and production Ensuring food produced is in line with kitchen recipes and standards in preparation, presentation and cooking techniques Control wastage costs by following efficient preparation methods Ensuring all food is stored and handled as per food health and hygiene regulations Ensure that work area, equipment and section is kept clean at all times Following the guidance of Senior chefs. Exceed guest expectations, enabling the Food & Beverage operation of the hotel to be recognised as a purveyor of consistent, quality and value for money cuisine Requirements About You | Ko Koe Tenei Commit to minimum of 20 hours per week Previous experience as a Demi Chef in a busy a la carte operation Flexible to work rostered shifts, including weekends, late nights and public holidays. Open communication skills and the ability to work well within a team An engaging personality with the skills to interact with our guests Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently Knowledge of cooking trends and best practices Familiarity with Food hygiene and sanitation regulations Qualified culinary degree/certificate - Preferred, but not essential Current rights to work within NZ essentia Benefits He kura te tangata - We are all valued As an employer of choice, we offer great employee benefits like life cover, outstanding health and wellbeing programs, and discounts on hotels, restaurants, bars and spas across our network -not just for you but in some cases your friends and family too! Work for an Employer of Choice (2022). Meals on Duty Free parking at the airport A competitive salary as well as best in the industry long service perks and anniversary vouchers Leadership development and training on the job, online and through regular workshops/group events Fantastic hotel rates, and restaurant and spa discounts across our network. Who We Are Novotel Christchurch Airport is part of the Accor Hotels franchise and Hind Management Group (NZ Employer of Choice 2022). Novotel and Hind Management believe in empathy, understanding and accommodating differences. We believe that 'we are all valued' and our success is a direct reflection of our people, teamwork, passion and professionalism. 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. 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 (09) 9051719 or email our Talent Acquisition Team at ******. 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. Our Values E MANAWANUI ANA MATOU - WE CARE KA WHAI MATOU I TE TIKA - WE DO THE RIGHT THING KA MAHI TAHI MATOU - WE WORK TOGETHER
