Chef de partie - Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin

Create exceptional food. Be part of major events. Showcase your culinary talent at one of New Zealand's premier venues. Work at an iconic stadium – be part of exciting sporting events, concerts, corporate functions, and premium hospitality experiences. Showcase your culinary creativity – prepare and present high-quality food for a diverse range of customers and events. Grow your hospitality career – join a leading organisation that values development, innovation, and excellence. As a Chef de Partie at DVML Forsyth Barr Stadium , you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality food while ensuring exceptional food safety, hygiene, and customer service standards. You'll play an important role in delivering outstanding culinary experiences across a variety of events and functions. This is a permanent position with 30 hours guaranteed per week. Prepare, cook, and present high-quality food in line with menu and service requirements. Maintain food quality, portion control, stock rotation, and food storage standards. Assist with menu development, including catering for special dietary and cultural requirements. Support ordering processes, stock control, and waste minimisation initiatives. Ensure kitchen cleanliness, food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards are consistently maintained. NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Cookery (or equivalent) with previous experience in a similar culinary role. Passion for producing high-quality food and delivering outstanding customer experiences. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive and professional attitude. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Reliable, hardworking, physically fit, and committed to continuous improvement. Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth. Formal Career Paths: We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals. Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses. Health & Safety Focus: A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment, prioritizing the well‑being of employees and customers. Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more. Site-Specific Benefits: Depending on the site, tailored perks such as free uniforms, on‑site parking, subsidized accommodation, and access to amenities like gyms and pools are available. Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits. We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries. Our sub-brands , Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates,Medirest, ESSand Rapportmanage these industry sectors. We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT . Our people areawesome,they breathe life into our brands and makegreat thingshappen! Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive andequitableenvironment for all. Successful candidates will be able to pass pre-employment checks satisfactorily. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Creating meaningful and lasting connections with every experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr