Senior/Chef de Partie

Who We Are Ko Wai Mtou

Here at Sudima Hotels we have one passion you! We care we do the right thing and we work together. As a Sudima team member you will demonstrate these values with your day-to-day actions however great or small.

We believe We Are all Valued - He Kura te Tangata and our success is a direct reflection of our people and our company culture. We live and breathe Manaakitanga hospitality is at the heart of all that we do. As HRDs Five Star Employer of Choice Award inand in 2024 our people love coming to work every day and we think you will too!

Hind Managementthe management company behind Sudima Hotels builds operates and manages our award-winning hotels restaurants barsand spa businesses. As industry leaders in social and environmental responsibility they operate on a sustainable business model that takes the well-being of our people and planet seriously.

Above all were looking for positive people. Working with us not only means getting unlimited opportunities to develop yourself and your career but being part of a community and company culture thats passionate about putting people first.

The Role Te Mahi

We have an opportunity for a Chef De Partie and a Senior Chef De Partie to support our busy dinner service.

We are seeking a Senior Chef De Partie and a Chef De Partie to join our friendly kitchen team at The Lane Restaurant in Salisbury Street adjacent to Sudima Christchurch City.

The Lane is a modern all-day Canterbury bistro serving up delicious relaxed fare.

The Chef De Partie is a full-time role 30 hours per week guaranteed minimum with pay rate of $28 per hour.

The Senior Chef De Partie is also a full time role 30 hours per week guaranteed minimum with a pay rate of $31 per hour.

Responsibilities Ng haepapa

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Produce excellent quality dishes to brand standards for the restaurant bar conferencing and room service on a day to day basis
• Organising the shift prep completion and supporting the team to ensure the kitchen is always well prepared clean and hygienic for each shift
• Support the Head Chef and where appropriate guide junior kitchen team members
• Foster a great team environment of cooperation and respect between co-workers
• Assisting with the planning menus estimating costs and ordering food supplies.
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Discussing food preparation issues with Managers and the Food and Beverage team
• Demonstrating techniques and cooking procedures
• Preparing freezing preserving and cooking
• Understanding and enforcing hygiene regulations
• Assisting with selecting and training team members

About you Ko koe tnei

• We seek team members with a great attitude and in addition to that the following skills will see you succeed in this role.
• NZQF Diploma in Cookery (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
• At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.
• Experience in a busy kitchen environment
• Planning and organising skills and an ability to work individually and in a team
• Ability to multi-task show flexibility and meet deadlines work under pressure
• Flexible to work rostered shifts including weekends late nights and public holidays
• Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. grillers and pasta makers)
• Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks excellent time management abilities
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations

He kura te tangata - We are all valued

• Discounts at our hotels restaurants and spas across our network
• Staff family and friends rates at our hotels
• Meals on duty staff parking and uniform provided
• Excellent reward & recognition events
• Service and anniversary gifts and benefits
• Wellbeing programme including Health insurance discounts
• Paid training and individual Employee Development Plans
• Training towards NZQA qualifications and our very own online digital learning platform
• Free Life Insurance Digital Will & Best Doctors teleservice after 3 months of employment

Interested applicants must have New Zealand work eligibility rights and have the ability to relocate to Kaikura if needed.

Our values are based on caring working together and doing the right thing. We are passionate about our people. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are proud to promote diversity and inclusion within our workplace and ensure an equitable selection process for all.

Nau mai haere mai tauti mai!

Hind Management is committed to accessibility should you require assistance or support and are unable to apply online due to an access need contact our office (64) or email our Talent Acquisition Team at We will aim to respond within 48 hours Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.

We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are proud to promote diversity and inclusion within our workplace and ensure an equitable selection process for all. We offer a fully inclusive accessible hiring process let us know how we can support you to present your best self.

Our Values

E MANAWANUI ANA MATOU - WE CARE

KA WHAI MATOU I TE TIKA - WE DO THE RIGHT THING

KA MAHI TAHI MATOU - WE WORK TOGETHER

Required Experience:

Senior IC