Summary: Lemongrass Catering is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a busy kitchen, preparing high-quality dishes for corporate, wedding, and event catering, supporting overall kitchen operations and maintaining food safety. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to grow skills across multiple kitchen areas 2. Creative input and development opportunities 3. Potential for Head Chef position for the right candidate Lemongrass Catering has been in business for 19 years in Tauranga, we are creating a new position for a Sous chef to join us as the business grows. We cater for corporate, weddings and events. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage a busy catering kitchen • Prepare and cook to a high-quality and consistent standard • Assist with general kitchen operations, including prep, service, and cleaning, and deliveries when required • Work across sections as needed, supporting the wider kitchen team • Maintain food safety and hygiene standards at all times What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Strong Chef de Partie wanting to step up • Strong skills in baking • Experience working as a chef in a commercial kitchen • Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic • Ability to perform calmy under pressure in a busy service environment • Passion for food, quality, and continuous improvement • What We Offer: • Competitive pay based on experience • Opportunity to grow your skills across multiple kitchen areas • Creative input and development opportunities • Tuesdays – Saturday. Early starts, mainly daytime hours with some nighttime work with Wedding / Events catering . This position may lead into a head chef position for the right chef. Lemongrass Catering is a fast-paced kitchen, no two days are the same. If you love a challenge – we’d love to hear from you.
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
