Junior Sous Chef

Located in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand, this opportunity is ideal for hospitality professionals from Australia and beyond, looking for their next career adventure in luxury hospitality. About the Role Reporting to the Head Chef and Director of Culinary, you will play a pivotal role in our culinary team. This hands‑on position supports our Sous Chef and Head Chef and helps shape the culture of our kitchen. Ensuring adequacy of supplies at cooking stations Training, developing and supporting junior chefs Optimising the cooking process with attention to speed and quality Monitoring quality of dishes at preparation and presentation stages Maintaining exceptional hygiene practices Providing creative input to menu development and dish presentation About You The successful candidate will be flexible, have a can‑do attitude, work well in a high‑pressure environment and want to advance their career. In addition, you will have: At least 2 years’ relevant experience in high‑end restaurants and/or luxury hotels Exceptional cooking techniques and meticulous processes An interest in actively seeking local produce Strong knowledge of H&S and hygiene standards Agility to think on your feet as we have many daily guest requests and menu changes Good time management, excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask A team‑player mindset and the drive to lead the team A hands‑on chef involved with daily operation and delivery of memorable experiences What we offer Competitive wages and delicious staff meals daily Access to our Associate Perks Programme, with exclusive discounts and deals 2 consecutive days off each week, wherever possible Daily travel allowance The opportunity to work at one of New Zealand’s most iconic luxury hotels This is a full‑time (45 hours over 5 days per week) permanent role, offering a competitive salary. Any additional hours worked on additional days can be accrued as ‘owed time’ as per our policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr