Summary: Join our culinary team as a Sous Chef, supporting food preparation, team leadership, and kitchen management to ensure dining excellence at iconic venues. Highlights: 1. Lead food delivery and kitchen operations as second-in-command 2. Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive culture 3. Uphold the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene About Us Venues Otautahi attract and host a wide range of events in Christchurch and manage a diverse and iconic portfolio of community venues, including the Christchurch Town Hall, Wolfbrook Arena, Apollo Projects Stadium, Hagley Oval, the Air Force Museum of New Zealand, and One New Zealand Stadium. The events held across the Venues Otautahi portfolio deliver significant social, cultural, and economic benefits to the region, and ultimately, these iconic city venues play a valued role to the Christchurch way of life and the economic prosperity and social wellbeing of the region. About the Role We’re on the lookout for two talented and experienced Sous Chefs to join our culinary team. In this pivotal role, you’ll work closely with our Head Chef Delivery, supporting every aspect of food preparation, team leadership, and kitchen management. Your expertise will help ensure the excellence of our iconic venues' dining experience. This key role is vital to upholding the highest standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and operational efficiency across all culinary operations. As second-in-command, the Sous Chef will step into the Head Chef’s role when required, ensuring seamless continuity and consistency in service. This position operates within a seven-day roster and will involve shift work, including weekends, as needed. What you’ll do * Lead and support food delivery, team management, and kitchen operations as second-in-command * Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive kitchen culture * Maintain exceptional standards in food quality, presentation, hygiene, and efficiency * Monitor inventory levels, assist with ordering, and manage deliveries * Ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO) and minimal wastage * Support the Head Chef in building a strong, motivated, and skilled culinary team What you’ll bring * Relevant culinary qualification * Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-volume kitchen * Strong leadership and team management skills * In-depth knowledge of food preparation and delivery, menu design, and culinary techniques * Excellent time management and organisational skills * Inspirational leader who builds confidence and capability in others We act with aspiration, agility, kindness and are driven to take care of the venues to make them places of pride and delight for everyone. If you are ready to bring your talent and inspire our team, we want to hear from you. How to apply Click "apply" to be directed to our careers page, where you can view the position description and submit an application. Applications close 01 February 2026
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
