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Posted 01 August, 2026

Chef De Partie

Rosewood Hotels
Hastings, HKB, NZ Full Time
Reference: 9492f0d6d989a1cf

Job Description

Join Our Culinary Journey - Elevate Your Career at Rosewood Cape Kidnappers Discover more than just a job – uncover a calling that feeds your passion, challenges your creativity, and immerses you in one of New Zealand’s most extraordinary destinations. At Rosewood Cape Kidnappers, every guest embarks on a unique culinary adventure, and we're seeking exceptional hospitality professionals to join us in delivering world-class, sensory experiences. This is your opportunity to grow within a team that values innovation, authenticity, and heartfelt service. About Us Perched high above the dramatic coastline of Hawke's Bay, Rosewood Cape Kidnappers offers more than luxury accommodation. It is a sanctuary of refinement and adventure, home to one of the world's top golf courses, a working farm, a sanctuary for endangered wildlife, and a culinary program that celebrates local bounty with global flair. Our team is vibrant, diverse, and united by a shared passion for excellence. What you will do: Preparing menus in collaboration with colleagues Ensuring adequacy of supplies at cooking stations Training, developing and supporting junior chefs. Preparing ingredients that should be frequently available (vegetables, spices etc) Following the guidance of the head or sous chefs and have input in new ways of presentation of dishes. Putting effort in optimising the cooking process with attention to speed and quality Enforcing strict health and hygiene standards What you will bring: For this position, you must be self-motivated, a team player and work well in a fast-paced environment. Ideally you will have: Minimum 2 years previous experience as a Chef de Partie, in a similar standard establishment Relevant culinary / hospitality qualifications Have excellent use of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes. Have the ability to think on your feet as we have many guest requests and menu changes each day Have good time management and the ability to multitask. Thorough understanding of Health & Safety requirements If you are starting your career as a chef and believe you have the skills and qualities to join our team as a Demi Chef de Partie we would also love to hear from you! What we offer: Competitive hourly wage of between $30 to $33 (depending on experience) A full-time permanent position: Minimum of 30 hours guaranteed per week with a maximum of 55 hours during peak seasons. Delicious daily staff meals Access to our Associate Perks Programme, including exclusive deals with suppliers and partners Daily travel allowance In addition, we endeavour whenever possible to provide you with 2 days in a row off each week. You will also need a valid working holiday visa or New Zealand work rights to apply. Please check your ability to get a New Zealand visa at - https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/preparing-a-visa-application/working-in-nz/how-long-can-you-work-in-new-zealand-for/working-holiday-visa Core to the success of the individual in this role is that their personal values are aligned with those of Rosewood Hotels: Ownership, Passionate, Transparent, Innovative and Collaborative. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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