Head Chef
TRN
Listing Description
Description
We're looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a high-end bistro-style venue in the heart of Auckland's CBD. This is an exciting opportunity to take charge of a well-established kitchen within a growing hospitality group, offering both creative freedom and strong support. The role includes a mix of day and evening shifts, working with a quality-driven menu that focuses on seasonal produce, refined execution, and consistent service.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading and mentoring a skilled kitchen team
- Overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations and service
- Menu development with a modern bistro focus
- Managing food costs, stock control, and ordering
- Upholding high standards across food quality, presentation, and hygiene
What's On Offer
- Up to $38 per hour, based on experience
- Central Auckland CBD location
- Supportive ownership within a growing hospitality group
- Stable roster with a balance of daytime and evening services
- Opportunity to grow alongside an expanding brand
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready to step up
- Background in high-quality, bistro or premium casual dining
- Confident leader with strong organisational skills
- Passion for fresh, seasonal food and well-executed plates
- Ability to work a mix of day and evening shifts (weekend availability is essential)
If you're ready to lead a kitchen in a quality-focused venue and want to be part of a business on the rise, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact kat@trn.org.nz
Application details
TRN
The Recruitment Network is a leading employment agency, providing nationwide recruitment solutions with passion and purpose. We have passion for what we do and our purpose is to find the perfect solution to your needs. We have built our company around our people & our exceptional service. We have been proudly supplying New Zealand industries since 2007. Our team of consultants are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With offices and support staff spread throughout the country, TRN can provide you support exactly when and where you need it. Whether you are looking for a long term position or something more casual, we can help. We pride ourselves on being able to find the right fit for our clients and our candidates. Want to work one weekend a month? Need to find work around childcare? Want to pick up shifts around your current role? Looking for something full time? Change of career? Or maybe you just want to work the cool events you couldn’t get tickets to! With our amazing app, it’s never been easier to find employment that works for you! We also have a dedicated permanent recruitment team who can help you find that special role that you’ve been hunting for! We have work available across a wide variety of sectors from senior chefs in top restaurants, bar staff for the hottest events, housekeepers in the best hotels through to factory work, security, viticulture, civil construction, roading and much more! We are made up of industry professionals, so we know how you work! Apply for one of our roles today and be out in a new position tomorrow!
