Chef De Partie

Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport, located right on the doorstep of Auckland International Airport. With 311 generously appointed guestrooms, the Pullman offers an unparalleled 5-Star Airport Hotel experience that is authentically New Zealand.

From the moment guests step into our informal lobby hub to the panoramic views offered by our rooftop bar and dining area, Te Kaahu beckons a rare opportunity to revel in luxury and soak in the mesmerizing sunset stretching from the Manukau Harbour to the heart of Auckland City.

Te Kaahu, inspired by the spirit of discovery, past, present, and future, promises to be a destination where culinary excellence meets the splendor of New Zealand's rich Māori heritage. We are dedicated to delivering an unforgettable dining journey, one that encapsulates the essence of Aotearoa’s unique culture and breathtaking landscapes.

• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef and the Executive Pastry Chef to coordinate food production and ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and other departments
• Lead the team in preparing dishes that meet service standards, ensuring strict adherence to recipes and high culinary expectations
• Oversee food storage, preparation, and handling, maintaining full compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene protocols
• Take charge of food costs by overseeing store requisitions and direct purchases, ensuring the timely and precise delivery of quality ingredients to support budgeted profitability
• Employ traditional cooking techniques and premium local ingredients to craft dishes that showcase bold flavors and reflect the vibrant surroundings
• Optimize kitchen operations by managing food preparation processes and minimizing wastage, ensuring cost efficiency and sustainability

You will be:

• Must have minimum 3 years experience as a Demi Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie in a medium to large 5-star Hotel
• Skilled in baking, with expertise in crafting breads, pastries, and desserts, including advanced techniques like laminating pastry and creating sourdough, flatbreads, and specialty items
• Responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality dishes, ensuring all food meets hygiene regulations and the standards set by the Executive Chef
• Innovative and creative, introducing new ideas and consistently enhancing the guest dining experience
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable, capable of working independently and thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• A dedicated team player with a passion for the culinary arts, eager to collaborate, learn, and contribute to a high-performing kitchen team

This is a Full Time role with guaranteed 40-hours per week, a competitive salary range of $65,000.00 - $72,000.00 and Accors range of Global Benefits. 

• Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!
• Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work life balance!
• Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
• Accor's refer-a-friend bonus
• Meals on shift 
• Paid Parking at Park & Ride (North or South)
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Paid Wellness Leave
• Refer a Friend Incentive
• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.