Chef de partie

We’re proud of what we do, and we’re looking for someone who shares that passion.

If your knives are sharp, your standards are high, and you believe good food is made even better by a great team—we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your flavour to Novotel & Ibis Rotorua Lakeside.

What you’ll be doing

• Preparing and presenting consistently high-quality dishes.
• Running your section with confidence and attention to detail.
• Supporting the Sous Chefs and Executive Chef during service.
• Maintaining exceptional food safety and hygiene standards.
• Helping train and encourage junior team members.
• Contributing ideas for menus, specials, and continuous improvement.
• Working collaboratively to deliver memorable dining experiences every day.

What we’re looking for

You’re someone who:

• Has previous experience as a Chef de Partie or is ready to step into the role.
• Takes genuine pride in every plate that leaves the pass.
• Stays calm when service gets busy.
• Enjoys working in a supportive team environment.
• Has excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Understands food safety and kitchen best practices.
• Brings a positive attitude—and maybe a few good food stories too.

Why join us?

At Accor, we believe great people create great experiences—for our guests and for each other.

When you join our kitchen team, you’ll enjoy:

• A supportive team that works hard and has a laugh along the way.
• Opportunities to grow your culinary career within one of the world’s largest hotel groups.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Staff discounts on accommodation, food, and beverage across Accor hotels worldwide.
• A workplace where your contribution is recognised and valued.https://careers.accor.com/global/en/job/chef-de-partie-en-in-novotel-rotorua-lakeside-rotorua-new-zealand-jid-72702