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Sous Chef

AccorHotel


Job Location:

Rotorua - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (28 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Role 

As Sous Chef you will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee the day-to-day operation of the kitchen across our restaurants functions and hotel operations. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

  • Supporting the Head Chef with the daily kitchen operation 

  • Leading and supervising the kitchen team during service 

  • Preparing and presenting high-quality food consistently 

  • Assisting with menu development and seasonal offerings 

  • Ensuring food quality presentation and portion control are maintained 

  • Managing food preparation and service requirements 

  • Monitoring food costs wastage and stock levels 

  • Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are consistently followed 

  • Training and developing junior chefs and kitchen team members 

  • Assisting with rostering and daily staff allocation 

  • Maintaining a clean organised and safe kitchen 

  • Supporting functions conferences and other hotel events 

  • Stepping into the Head Chefs role when required 


Qualifications :

About You 

We are looking for someone who is: 

  • An experienced Chef with previous supervisory or Sous Chef experience 

  • Passionate about food and hospitality 

  • A strong team leader who can motivate and develop others 

  • Calm and organised under pressure 

  • Reliable professional and hands-on 

  • Able to maintain high standards during busy service periods 

  • Knowledgeable about food safety and kitchen compliance 

  • Commercially aware with an understanding of food costs and wastage 

  • Flexible and available to work across a 7-day operation including evenings weekends and public holidays 


Additional Information :

Why Join Us

At Accor youll become part of a global hospitality family with opportunities to learn grow and build your career.

As a Heartist youll enjoy:

  • A supportive and inclusive team environment.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Career progression across Accor hotels locally and internationally.
  • Staff accommodation and dining discounts through the ALL Heartist programme.
  • Access to employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives.

If you enjoy making a difference through the little details and love creating memorable experiences for guests wed love to hear from you.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process youre welcome to let us know


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a com ... View more

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