Chef - Ready for a change?

READY FOR A CHANGE?

If you're a chef thinking about your next move, this could be a pretty good one.

We're looking for talented Sous Chefs, Chef de Parties, Demi Chefs, Commis Chefs and Asian Cuisine Chefs to join a major airline catering operation based at Christchurch Airport in permanent positions.

PERMANENT | 40 HOURS PER WEEK | ROSTERED SHIFTS | 6AM2:30PM OR 2PM10:30PM

This isn't your typical restaurant kitchen role.

Airline catering operates on a completely different scale. You'll be part of a large, professional kitchen producing high-quality food for the aviation industry, where consistency, organisation, food safety and teamwork really matter.

For chefs looking to develop their skills outside a traditional restaurant environment, it's an opportunity to gain experience in high-volume food production and international-standard catering while building a genuine long-term career.

WHY AIRLINE CATERING?

Think beyond cooking for the next table.

Airline catering involves producing food at scale, working to strict quality and food safety standards and being part of a highly organised operation where timing and consistency are critical.

You'll gain experience in areas that can significantly broaden your career, including large-scale production, planning, food safety, quality control, logistics and team leadership.

There are also opportunities to develop and progress. Prove yourself, build your skills and there can be pathways into senior kitchen, production and leadership roles, both within Christchurch and across the wider airline catering industry.

For the right person, this can be much more than your next chef job.

It can be the next step in your career.

AND THEN THERE'S CHRISTCHURCH...

If you've been thinking about getting out of Auckland or Wellington, or you're simply ready for a change of pace, Christchurch deserves a serious look.

You can finish work and actually have time to enjoy where you live.

You've got beaches on one side, the Port Hills on the other and the Southern Alps within easy reach. Skiing, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, wineries and weekend road trips are all part of life down here.

Christchurch itself has changed enormously. There's a growing hospitality scene, a revitalised central city and plenty happening without having to give up half your day sitting in traffic.

For chefs looking for a better balance between career, lifestyle and cost of living, Christchurch has a lot going for it.

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

• Permanent, guaranteed 40-hour positions
• Free staff parking
• Full uniform provided
• Knives provided
• Meals while on shift
• Structured rostered hours
• A supportive, professional team environment
• Experience within a major airline catering operation
• Exposure to high-volume, international-standard food production
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• A different career pathway from traditional restaurant kitchens

And unlike many hospitality roles, your shifts are structured around 6:00am2:30pm or 2:00pm10:30pm, giving you some predictability around your life outside work.

READY FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT?

You don't need to have worked in airline catering before.

We're interested in chefs who take pride in their food, work well as part of a team and want to develop within a professional, high-volume environment.

Whether you're an experienced Sous Chef looking for your next challenge, a CDP wanting to broaden your experience, or an ambitious junior chef ready to build your career, we'd like to hear from you.

Wage rates vary depending on the position and your experience talk to us and we'll take you through the details.

Thinking about relocating?

Have the conversation.

You might be surprised at what Christchurch and a career in airline catering can offer.

Send us your CV and best contact number and let's have a chat.

Important: Visa sponsorship is not available for these positions. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in New Zealand without requiring employer sponsorship.