M te tranga About the opportunity
We are looking for an energetic passionate and creative sous chef to join our kitchen team at our cafe and micro-bakery in Addington.
Part of a ground-breaking concept in community connection the cafe is in a beautiful state of the art wellness centre which includes a gym event space and physio.
Natter caf is at the heart of the Centre focusing on making delicious dishes and baking our fresh bread from scratch.
Key responsibilities include:
- Prepping baking and cooking for the caf cabinet and event catering.
- Monitoring quality and consistency at all stages of preparation and presentation.
- Working with the Cafe Manager to design creative menus and maintain effective cost management.
- Working with the Cafe Manager to ensure the safety and maintenance of the kitchen environment.
- Confidence to work without supervision occasionally.
- Following all standards for health and safety in food preparation areas.
- Work closely with FOH to ensure clear communication and team culture.
- Attend kitchen meetings 1:1s and other operational meetings as required.
- Our kitchen design is open so we require someone well-presented and happy to be customer facing working closely with the FOH team.
- We are looking for someone to work Monday Fridays 6:30am-3pm
- Prefer Start date 2nd week of October 2025.
Qualifications :
To tatou kaitono pai What you bring
- Must be a qualified Chef
- Confident and passionate baker.
- You will need to have a minimum of three-years proven track record of working as a Sous Chef in a similar environment.
- Excellent communicator with strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Reliable with excellent time management.
- Passionate about food and self-motivated.
- Commitment to work sustainably.
- Current NZ Food Safety Certificate.
- Must have a valid work visa or NZ resident/citizen
Additional Information :
He aha ta maatau e tuku What we offer
- 40hours hours per week
- A very competitive market rate
- Ongoing training and team benefits
- An engaging and positive work environment
If you have a passion for sharing your love of food and purpose-led work wed love to hear from you!
Along with your CV please submit a cover letter outlining what youll bring to the role and your fit for Arvida.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time