About this opportunity
About The Role - Te mahi
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef de Parties to join our prestigious team at Sudima Auckland Airport. The perfect candidate will utilize their culinary creativity and skills to exceed the expectations of our guests.
Our esteemed kitchen team at Sudima Auckland Airport offers an array of dining options including room service, à la carte and buffet breakfast choices, as well as à la carte lunch and dinner at our Visaya restaurant, in addition to extensive conferencing and event services. We are on the lookout for someone with the ability to master a variety of cuisines. You will play a key role in the preparation and presentation of top-notch dishes while assisting with food cost management. We seek an individual who is truly passionate about their culinary career and enjoys working within a collaborative team environment.
Full Time permanent role (minimum of 30 hours per week on a rotational roster) is based at Sudima Auckland Airport and the pay rate will be $30.28 per hour.
Responsibilities | Ngā haepapa
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Produce excellent quality dishes to brand standards for the restaurant, bar, conferencing and room service on a day to day basis
Organizing the shift, placing orders, prep completion and supporting the team to ensure the kitchen is always well prepared, clean and hygienic for each shift
Support the Head Chef and where appropriate guide junior kitchen team members
Offer flexibility with dietary needs and ensure excellent food hygiene and safety standard are adhered to
Foster a great team environment of cooperation and respect between co-workers
Planning menus, estimating food and labor costs, and ordering food supplies.
Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
Discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dietitians and kitchen and waiting staff
Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
Preparing and cooking food
Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
May select and train staff
May freeze and preserve foods
Requirements
About you | Ko koe tēnei
We seek team members with a great attitude, in addition to that the following skills will see you succeed in this role.
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed below. In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
Experience in a busy kitchen environment
Planning and organising skills and an ability to work individually and in a team
Ability to multi-task, show flexibility and meet deadlines, work under pressure
Flexible to work rostered shifts, including weekends, late nights, and public holidays
Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. grillers and pasta makers)
Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks, excellent time management abilities
Familiarity with sanitation regulations
Candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for the role.
Benefits
He kura te tangata - We are all valued
As an employer of choice, we offer great employee benefits like life insurance, outstanding health and wellbeing programmes and discounts on hotels, restaurants, bars and spas across our network - not just for you, but in some cases your friends and family too!
Free Life Insurance, Digital Will & Best Doctors teleservice after 3 months of employment
Wellbeing programme including Health insurance discounts
Excellent reward & recognition events
Long service and anniversary gifts and benefits
Staff, family and friends rates within our network of hotels
Paid training and individual Employee Development Plans
Training towards NZQA qualifications and our very own online digital learning platform
Who We Are - Ko Wai Mātou
Here at Sudima Hotels, we have one passion, you! We care, we do the right thing and we work together. As a Sudima team member, you will demonstrate these values with your day-to-day actions, however great or small.
We believe 'We Are all Valued - He Kura te Tangata', and our success is a direct reflection of our people and our company culture. Awarded ‘Inclusive Workplace’ at the 2026 Diversity Awards, our people love coming to work every day and we think you will too!
Hind Management, the company behind Sudima Hotels, operates award-winning hotels, restaurants, bars and spas across New Zealand. Manaakitanga is at the heart of everything we do, guiding our commitment to exceptional hospitality, sustainability, and caring for our people and planet.
Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!
At Hind Management, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including disabled and neurodivergent candidates. Should you require assistance or support and are unable to apply online due to an access need, contact our
office (+64) 99051727 or email our Talent Acquisition Team at careers@hindmanagement.com. We will aim to respond within 48 hours Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.
E manawanui ana tātou - We care
Ka mahi tahi tātou - We work together
Ka whai tātou i te tika - We do the right thing
He kura te tangata - We are all valued
Source: Hind Management public Workable careers. Feed checked: 31 Oct 2026.
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