Pastry Commis Chef

Sofitel - Chic, Passionate, Indulged, Special. Experience the very best of modern luxury at Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour. Here you can indulge in a decidedly chic encounter that combines the spirit of Aotearoa with the French Art de Vivre.

The unmistakable influence of fashion has imbued Sofitel with a couture approach to service, from the fine attention paid to the smallest detail, to the elaborate flourishes that enchant and delight guests. As proud “Ambassadors” of l’Art de Vivre around the world, we are committed to delivering hospitality excellence and heartfelt service, in a manner that is tailor-made to our guests

We are looking for an ambassador for Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour as Part Time Pastry Commis Chef. The ambassador should an eye for detail, a passion for creating magnifique luxury experience for our guests and developing a wonderful team.

Purpose: 

To craft exquisite desserts and pastries, transforming the finest ingredients into edible masterpieces. Guided by expert pastry chefs, you refine your skills, mastering precision and creativity. Your dedication to perfection ensures each creation is a symphony of flavour, texture, and elegance, delivering an unforgettable luxury experience.

Our Ambassador will:

• To assist the Chef de Partie, Sous Chef and Executive Chef and where necessary operate a section of kitchen and ensure that food standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are carried out according to established recipes / standards.
• To organise an assigned section and ensure it runs efficiently and productively.
• Be familiar with the other kitchen sections, promoting flexibility and productivity.
• Ensure all food produced is in line with kitchen recipes and standards.
• Prepare and cook all food orders with a sense of urgency.
• Prepare and cook staff meals
• Check all food is stored and handled as per current food health and hygiene regulations.
• Ensure that work area, equipment and section is kept clean at all times, in accordance with current health and hygiene regulations.
• Monitor daily kitchen food and product requirements and advise the supervisor of these well in advance.
• Monitor food preparation and wastage costs control these by following efficient preparation methods and standard recipes.
• Plan and organize the preparation and cooking of food in a dining or catering establishment
• Assisting in planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
• Preparing and cooking food
• Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
• All other Kitchen responsibilities.

• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar role, preferably including 5 star experience.
• Completed National Certificate in Hospitality Level 4 in Professional Cookery.
• Has the aptitude and willingness to undertake further development with Sofitel.
• Physically fit and able to stand for the duration of a shift (8 hours).
• Organise time and work efficiently.
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays due to the business needs
• Projects professional image at all times through personal presentation / interpersonal skills. Effective numeracy, verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire and ability to train and develop staff.
• Appreciates and maintains an effective outlet for stress.
• Initiates contacts and establishes rapport easily.

• Learn your Way - Access to Docebo so you can Earn while you Learn!
• Benefits Your Way - Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
• Complimentary meals on shift
• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme - up to 12 weeks for primary carers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program