Chef de Partie

The Church is a multifaceted hospitality operation, combining a wood-fired pizza lead gastro pub, an Emerson’s brewery flagship and a music venue, all within the 150 year old stone walls of the Trinity Congregational Church.

We are currently looking for a Chef de Partie to join our team.

This position requires the following:

• Preparing, cooking and delivering high quality meals for Church Pub and Paddy McNaughton's.
• Guaranteeing an exceptionally high standard of culinary services offered to our guests.
• Help lesser experienced kitchen staff during service. When appropriate or asked, help to train those staff on new cooking techniques and our in-house recipes.
• Duly applying cooking instructions from the Head Chef.
• Prepare the company’s food offerings in alignment with the company branding, message, positioning, market and vision.
• Complying with food hygiene, safety and quality within Inkster Company venues.
• Coordinating with Front of House Staff to ensure that the service runs smoothly at all times to both venues, including altering dishes at guests requests to suit various dietary requirements.
• Manage kitchen stock, supplies and ordering within budget and ordering policies as directed.
• Ensuring that equipment and appliances are used correctly and kept in good order.
• Assisting with menu development and planning, in line with Gross Profit/Cost of Good targets
• Completing daily ordering with various suppliers when required.
• Ensuring a high level of cleanliness is kept at all times
• Carry out your duties with honesty, integrity and professionalism at all times

ABSOLUTE NON NEGOTIABLES!

1. 2+ years experience as a Chef de Partie or senior line cook position
2. Strong leadership and communication skills
3. A deep love for food and high standards for excellence
4. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen with seasonal menu

Permanent Employment - 40 hours minimum a week paid weekly

Wage 28.00-30.00 dependent on experience

Venue located at 124 Worcester Street, Christchurch Central, Canterbury