Experienced function Chefs required

4 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Sidekicker Full time NZ$40,000 - NZ$60,000 per year

About the role

Our client is looking for experienced Function Chefs to support their busy catering business across Wellington through the busy summer season.

General duties

- Set up a temporary Kitchen operations at client's premises to ensure smooth and efficient flow

- Manage on-site kitchen activities, catering to high-volume catering for conferences and events

- Delivery of beautifully plated, delicious, and well-organised event menus

- Help manage pack in and pack out functions from the base kitchen

- Manage Dietary requirements and understanding the importance of this to key clients

- Understand and monitor food costs and waste minimisation

- Foster positive relationships and effectively communicate with front of house staff, function lead and the broader team.

What we are looking for:

- Experience in preparing an extensive range of menu items

- Ability to work calmly and competently in high-pressure, high-volume environments

- Have extensive knowledge and understanding of Food Safety and Employee Health & Safety

- Able to competently apply practices and document heating/cooling food and temperature checking

- Have a full, clean New Zealand driver's licence to drive to / from events and ideally able to drive a small truck

About us

Sidekicker is a leading provider of casual staffing solutions in the hospitality industry. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to our clients and creating rewarding work opportunities for our team members. Join us and be a part of our growing success

Why work for Sidekicker?

  • Flexibility to choose when and where you work
  • Guaranteed weekly payment directly into your bank account for all shifts worked
  • Easy to access shifts on our user-friendly mobile app and web platform

What's Next?

Click "Apply Now" to be redirect to the Sidekicker platform to answer some basic screening questions and if you fit the requirements someone will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.


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