Junior Sous Chef

About East

EAST is a 100-seat restaurant, designed by an award-winning international interior designer, distinguishing itself in the Auckland dining scene with a ground-breaking, vegetarian modern Asian menu. Whilst Vegetarian / Vegan experience is not a prerequisite for the role, a passion to learn and explore is essential. We are looking for an individual who is ready to continue growing their career in Asian cuisine.

About The Role | Te mahi

We are currently seeking a talented and enthusiastic Junior Sous Chef to join our culinary team. In this role, you will be instrumental in maintaining high culinary standards and managing the kitchen operations effectively.

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will have the opportunity to exercise your creativity in menu development and food presentation while mentoring kitchen staff. You will work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently, while also upholding food safety and hygiene standards.

Based at Sudima Auckland City, this role is permanent full-time with a guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week.

The pay rate is $34.13 per hour

Responsibilities | Ngā haepapa

• Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in managing kitchen operations, including food preparation and presentation.
• Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dietitians and kitchen and waiting staff
• Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
• Preparing and cooking food
• Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
• May select and train staff
• May freeze and preserve foods

About You | Ko Koe Tēnei

• NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
• OR At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the qualification
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Open communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• An engaging personality with the skills to interact with our guests
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
• Knowledge of cooking trends and best practices
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, willing to go the extra mile
• Confident, well-motivated, enthusiastic and determined
• Flexible and adaptable in approach
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours as required. (Which may include early morning starts, late finishes,weekends and public holidays)

He kura te tangata | We are all valued

As an employer of choice, we offer great employee benefits like life cover, outstanding health and wellbeing programs, and discounts on hotels, restaurants, bars and spas across our network -not just for you but in some cases your friends and family too!

• Wellbeing programme including Health insurance discounts
• Excellent reward & recognition events
• Long service and anniversary gifts and benefits
• Staff, family and friends rates within our network of hotels
• Paid training and individual Employee Development Plans
• Life insurance cover after successful probation period

Who We Are - Ko Wai Mātou

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 HRD's Five Star Employer of Choice Award in 2019, 2022, and in 2024, our people love coming to work every day and we think you will too!

Hind Management, the management company behind Sudima Hotels, builds, operates, and manages our award-winning hotels, restaurants, bars, and 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, we’re 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 that’s passionate about putting people first.

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) 99051727 or email our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]. We will aim to respond within 48 hours Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. 

At Hind Management, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including disabled and neurodivergent candidates. Our hiring process is fully accessible and designed to ensure equity for everyone. Please let us know how we can support you in presenting your best self.

E manawanui ana tātou - We care 

Ka mahi tahi tātou - We work together 

Ka whai tātou i te tika - We do the right thing 

He kura te tangata - We are all valued