Demi Chef (Pastry) - Cordis, Auckland

A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and Ying’nFlo. With over 40 hotels and residences in operation or development, LHG has a global footprint that extends across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East. Positioned in the heart of Auckland's vibrant arts and culture district, Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group is an award-winning luxury hotel with a large team of passionate professionals building great memories for our guests every day. With 642 beautifully appointed guest rooms and 20 flexible meeting spaces, the hotel has been part of Auckland’s landscape for decades. By joining our team, you\'ll play a vital role in fostering the long-term growth of New Zealand’s Leading Hotel (World Travel Awards 2024) and contribute to delivering unparalleled guest experiences. With great perks and a welcoming work culture, Cordis, Auckland delivers an inspirational environment to grow and develop your skills on your hospitality journey. Demi Chef (Pastry) - Full Time Please note that you must already have work rights in New Zealand to be considered for this role We are looking for a passionate and hardworking full-time Demi Chef to join our Pastry team.Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will support the Pastry Chef de Partie with the daily preparation, presentation and display of pastry items. You will help maintain high standards of quality, consistency, cleanliness and food safety across the pastry kitchen.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with pastry experience who is looking to continue developing their skills within the fast-paced environment of New Zealand’s largest hotel. Your Responsibilities Will Include Preparing, presenting and displaying a variety of pastry and dessert items Supporting the Pastry Chef de Partie with daily production requirements Checking stock and preparing ingredients for the following day Maintaining high standards of presentation, flavour and consistency Ensuring the pastry kitchen and equipment remain clean, organised and hygienic Following food safety, HACCP and workplace health and safety requirements Checking the quality and freshness of ingredients and finished products Supporting stock control and helping minimise food waste Using kitchen equipment safely and correctly Assisting other areas of the kitchen when required Responding promptly to guest requests and dietary requirements Contributing to the hotel’s sustainability and waste-management initiatives The position also supports safe food production, correct chemical disposal, recycling and reducing unnecessary food and resource waste. What We’re Looking For Previous experience in a pastry kitchen, bakery or similar environment A genuine passion for pastry, desserts and food presentation Good knowledge of kitchen hygiene and food safety practices Strong attention to detail and pride in your work The ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen A positive attitude and willingness to learn Strong communication and teamwork skills Good organisation and time-management skills The ability to work independently when required Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays A strong commitment to workplace health and safety What we offer Discounts on dining and accommodation Free nights at our overseas hotels Staff meals provided Discounted parking ($6 per day) Freshly pressed uniform provided each shift Milestone Service benefits Opportunities to grow your career within Langham Hospitality Group Be proud to work at New Zealand’s largest hotel If you are passionate about pastry and ready to develop your skills within a supportive luxury-hotel kitchen, we would love to hear from you. Closing Date: Saturday, 5 September 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr