Chef de Partie

SO/ is a coveted collection of hotels rooted in the world of fashion, commanding attention with it’s avant garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury. SO/ Auckland is located in the heart of Auckland’s CBD. With views of the Waitematā Harbour and the city, across 16 floors and 130 design-led rooms.

We are on the hunt for a passionate Chef de Partie for a Full-Time role, who thrives in a dynamic, environment and is ready to embark on an exciting journey of performance and growth.

We welcome you to join us in the front row at SO/ Auckland and become a part of Accor’s lifestyle brand collective Ennismore!

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver a wonderful culinary experience to all guests
• Maintain excellent presentation standards and cost control.
• Lead team members by setting a positive example.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.  Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.
• Assist the kitchen team with menu preparation and ensuring adequate supplies are available for expected service.
• Work with and co-ordinate the work of kitchen team members in the preparation and production of food as required.
• Preparation and ensuring the availability of mis en place as required.
• Keeping all working areas clean and tidy.
• Ensuring all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned.
• Supervision of the kitchen in the absence of the Head and Sous Chef.  Delegate duties and responsibilities to kitchen employees to ensure service demands are met.
• Liaising with restaurant team members regarding the availability of menu items, additions to the menu and any relevant changes.
• Constantly striving to provide total customer satisfaction through efficient, friendly and professional service to all guests. This includes leading by example when attending to guest requests.

About You

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role, preferably including 5 star experience.
• While previous pastry experience is a big advantage, it isn’t a deal breaker
• Holds a Level 4/5 Diploma in Professional Cookery.
• Has the aptitude and willingness to undertake further development with SO/.
• Physically fit and able to stand for the duration of a shift (8 hours).
• Organise time and work efficiently.
• Ability to work weekends, public holidays and nights due to the business needs
• Projects professional image at all times through personal presentation / interpersonal skills. Effective numeracy, verbal and written communication skills.
• Appreciates and maintains an effective outlet for stress.
• The right to work in New Zealand.
• https://careers.accor.com/global/en/job/chef-de-partie-in-so-auckland-auckland-new-zealand-jid-77164