Chef de Partie - Auckland International Airport

Bring your culinary passion to a premium international lounge and elevate the dining experience for global travellers.

• 👨‍🍳 Work in a high-profile, luxury environment - showcase your skills in the prestigious Emirates Lounge.
• 📈 Advance your career - access NZQA-accredited training and formal development pathways.
• 🎁 Enjoy exclusive perks - from health insurance discounts to free uniforms and on-site parking.

He angitūtanga / The opportunity:

As Chef De Partie, you'll prepare, cook, and serve high-quality food in line with Emirates Lounge standards. You'll support the Executive Chef in kitchen operations, compliance, and team development, ensuring excellence in every dish and a seamless culinary experience for guests. This is a Casual position where hours of work are "as and when" required basis upon business needs. Therefore, you MUST be available during weekends.

Ko o kawenga / Your responsibilities:

• Prepare and present food to high standards, aligned with Compass Group culinary best practices.
• Monitor food safety, hygiene, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on menu development and operational improvements.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain productivity and quality.
• Stay current with culinary trends and contribute to innovation and continuous improvement.

He kōrero mōu / About you:

• NZQA Level 4 Cookery Certificate or equivalent trade qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role with proven expertise.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead and mentor a team.
• Flexible, professional, and able to perform under pressure.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and OH&S practices; Food Handling Certificate (Units 167 & 168) preferred.

Ngā painga / Benefits & Perks:

• Fair Pay Commitment: We ensure all employees are paid at least the living wage and benchmark salaries to reflect market standards.
• Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth.
• Formal Career Paths: We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses.
• Health & Safety Focus: A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment, prioritizing the well-being of employees and customers.
• Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - We seek and value differences in people as these differences help us do better because "Together we are better"
• Site-Specific Benefits: Depending on the site, tailored perks such as free uniforms, on-site parking, subsidized accommodation, and access to amenities like gyms and pools are available.

👉 Visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits.

Mō mātou / About us:

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.
• We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.
• Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
• Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

Successful candidates will be able to pass per-employment checks satisfactorily.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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For any recruitment queries please contact the Compass Group Recruitment team at recruitment@compass-group.co.nz

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