Chef de Cuisine

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Detail information about job Chef de Cuisine. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Unique opportunity to live and work in Great Lake Taupo

Have you had enough of the hassle and stress of big city living? Are you looking for something new and exciting for your next step in life? Then this is a unique opportunity to live and progress your career in beautiful Great Lake Taupo; where “terrible traffic” means someone is in front of you on the mountain bike trail, another boat is at the ramp or you can’t find a park outside the store you’re visiting.

Wairakei Resort is seeking a full time Chef de Cuisine - A la Carte reporting to the Executive Chef, this position involves playing a senior role in the kitchen operation.  Your main priority will be producing a consistent product and ensuring the best standards in the kitchen while mentoring and developing the kitchen brigade.

You will be responsible for performing the following tasks –

• Developing, propose, describe and price menus that are appropriate for the Pavilion Restaurant at Wairakei Resort.
• To assist with the culinary standards for the restaurant and overseeing the consistent implementation of approved menu and training of employees.
• Work closely with other management personnel in a supportive and flexible manner focusing on the overall success of the Restaurant and Hotel by creating a culture of high-level customer engagement to ensure full guest satisfaction and maintain high quality customer experiences.
• Provide progressive and ongoing training and development of employees.

What we are looking for –

• You have been a Sous Chef for a number of years and looking to take the next step
• Has shown commitment to their career with previous employers
• Excellent leadership skills and strong communication skills – written and verbal.
• Has ability to work under pressure while being task driven with excellent time management skills.
• Has very good understanding of Health and Safety Regulations.

Wairakei Resort is a New Zealand institution. You will not only get the chance to enjoy working in our unique environment in the Wairakei Geothermal Valley, you will also be able to develop your career through the various training and development opportunities available.