Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie

• Applications Close Monday 21 September, 9am

• Permanent Full Time (40 hours per week rostered-shift)

Mō mātou | About us

Queen Margaret College (QMC) is Wellington’s leading independent school for girls and young women providing modern a boarding experience and a co-educational Preschool. Located in the heart of our vibrant capital, we’re a modern, inclusive, and forward-thinking community that welcomes students and staff from all backgrounds. We’re proud of our values-driven culture that nurtures individual and collective hauora (wellbeing), and we’re committed to empowering every learner to flourish.

Te Tūranga | The role

Are you an experienced, qualified Chef de Partie who thrives working in a dedicated, tight knit kitchen team? Can you make a difference and contribute to a positive, respectful kitchen culture? This is a great opportunity to be part of a team led by an expert catering manager. Together you’ll:

• Prepare, cook and plate high-quality dishes and maintain high presentation standards

• Maintain exceptional standards of food hygiene, sanitation and workplace health and safety at all times

• Provide delicious, seasonal offerings for our QMCafé

• Support themed menu planning and daily ordering

• Ensure food safety and compliance with boarding kitchen regulations

• Manage dietary requirements and portion planning

• Handle café counter service, cash and EFTPOS transactions

• Assist with catering for school events and functions

He kōrero mōu | About you

• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen operations

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Great communication skills and a positive attitude

• Passion for fresh, seasonal, and nutritious food

• Deep understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients and equipment pertinent to recipes

• Ability to thrive under pressure, multitask and coordinate with other team members

• Proven Experience as a chef in a professional kitchen environment

• Be available to work weekends and public holidays

Ngā whakareinga | What we offer

QMC is a great place to work. Our catering staff are offered:

• Term time only, with the opportunity to work during school holidays

• Your uniform is provided

Me Pēhea Te Tuku Tono | How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds like it may interest you, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your resume and cover letter.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may close the vacancy early if we find a suitable applicant.

We operate safer recruitment practices and undertake rigorous screening and safety checking processes for all roles that involve contact with children.

To be considered for this role you must be able to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand.