Chef de Partie - Massey University Albany

Cook with creativity. Inspire great dining experiences. Grow your culinary career with Compass Group NZ.

• Vibrant campus environment – create fresh, high-quality food for a diverse university community.
• Showcase your culinary skills – play a key role in menu execution, food presentation, and daily kitchen operations.
• Career development opportunities – grow your hospitality career with New Zealand's leading food and support services provider.

He angitūtanga | The opportunity

As a Chef de Partie at Massey University Albany, you will prepare, cook, and present high-quality food while maintaining exceptional standards of food safety, hygiene, and customer satisfaction. You’ll work closely with the kitchen team to deliver outstanding dining experiences and contribute to the ongoing success of the operation. This is a permanent position with 37.5 hours guaranteed per week during education terms.

Ko o kawenga | Your responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present fresh, high-quality meals in line with menu and service requirements.
• Maintain food quality, portion control, presentation standards, and operational consistency.
• Assist with menu development and catering for special dietary and cultural requirements.
• Manage stock rotation, food storage, ordering support, and waste minimisation practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment while supporting team development and collaboration.

He kōrero mōu | About you

• NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Cookery (or equivalent) with previous experience in a similar culinary role.
• Passion for producing quality food and delivering excellent customer experiences.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, hardworking, physically fit, and committed to food safety and continuous improvement.

Ngā painga | Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth.
• Formal Career Paths: We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses.
• Health & Safety Focus: A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment, prioritizing the well-being of employees and customers.
• Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more.
• Site-Specific Benefits: Depending on the site, tailored perks such as free uniforms, on-site parking, subsidized accommodation, and access to amenities like gyms and pools are available.

👉 Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits.

Mō mātou | About us

• We are New Zealand's leading and largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Rapport manage these industry sectors.
• We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.
• Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
• Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We are committed to reflecting the diversity of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritise sustainability in everything we do, ensuring an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

✅ Successful candidates will be able to pass pre-employment checks satisfactorily.

✅ Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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