Breakfast Chef

Breakfast Chef – Parcels Restaurant (Distinction Dunedin Hotel)

About Us:
Distinction Dunedin Hotel is Dunedin's premier hotel property. At its heart is Parcels Restaurant, a highly successful, bustling operation with a reputation as one of the city's finest dining destinations. Parcels is not your average hotel restaurant; we cater to both internal guests and a loyal local external clientele year-round. Our diverse service covers our main restaurant floor and unique private dining spaces, including our beautifully restored historical vaults.

We service everything from high-volume conferences and tour groups to elegant afternoon high teas, business lunches, and premium à la carte dinners. We are now seeking a dedicated, passionate Breakfast Chef to ensure our guests start their day with an premium culinary experience.

About the Role

• Service Delivery: Setting up and executing our premium buffet-style breakfast service to an exacting, Premium standard.
• À La Carte Cooking: Preparing fresh, high-quality, made-to-order breakfast dishes for discerning diners.
• Prep & Production: Assisting with culinary prep for our afternoon high teas and busy lunch service.
• Quality Control: Maintaining immaculate food safety, presentation, and hygiene standards across the kitchen.
• Inventory Control: Managing stock levels and proactively replenishing the buffet to minimize waste while ensuring abundance.
• Team Collaboration: Working closely with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to maintain a smooth, seamless morning service.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a professional professional who takes genuine pride in their craft. You will bring:

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-volume hotel or premium restaurant environment.
• Technical Skill: Proven competence across buffet, banquet, and fast-paced à la carte services.
• Attributes: A positive attitude, a passion for the hospitality industry, and strong verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Availability and willingness to work early morning shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits & Culture

• Fair Compensation: Hourly rate of pay with guaranteed 40 hours, meaning you are fully rewarded for any overtime worked.
• Perks: Generous Food & Beverage discounts and nationwide Distinction Hotel accommodation rates.
• Wellness: Complimentary membership to our fully equipped hotel gym.
• Growth: Real opportunities for career progression within a rapidly growing, locally-owned hotel group.

How to Apply

Distinction Dunedin is an Accredited Employer, and visa visa sponsorship may be available for the right candidate. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please submit your current CV and a tailored cover letter directly through this portal. We look forward to hearing from you!