Head Chef

Minor Hotels is one of Australasia's largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of 560 properties across more than 58 countries. Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed.

Our people are the heart of our success, and we are committed to investing in your skills to support your career growth and advancement. You'll feel valued as part of a tight-knit team, united in delivering exceptional guest experiences and thriving in a company dedicated to fostering an outstanding workplace culture.

Oaks Aukland Hotel are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to oversee the kitchen operations at :DASH - on a full-time basis. 

:DASH Auckland has all the ingredients for success – a great team, an unbeatable location, and a concept built for energy.

Reimagined for Auckland's dynamic dining scene, :DASH is more than a venue – it's a movement. Fast, fun, flavourful, and full of intent, it's where pace meets personality, and every service runs on rhythm. Within a few blocks you'll find plenty of places doing the basics right – but we're the ones with a story. A story about simple, bold food done brilliantly, served with purpose, and delivered by a team that loves what they do.

The menu moves at guest speed – grab a coffee, share a Caesar, or settle in for sliders, skewers, and a craft beer before the show. Every dish is built for flow, flavour, and consistency – the fundamentals done right, every time.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Supervising kitchen team members, ensuring excellence and consistency in the product delivered to customers.
• Development of new menus and associated costing.
• Running stock control and managing all BOH food and wage costs.
• Enforcing daily and weekly systems and procedures to ensure a high level of presentation, hygiene, service, and product quality.
• Ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations and food standards.
• Recruiting, inducting, training and rostering of BOH team members.

We're not chasing fine dining or trends; we're about attitude, energy, and execution. If you thrive in a fast-paced, people-first environment and love the buzz of a busy service, you'll fit right in.

• 2 + years' experience working as a Head Chef.
• Formal culinary qualification.
• Ability to manage a busy kitchen, with a high level of consistency and creativity.
• Strong staff management experience, with the ability to lead, develop and motivate a high preforming team.
• Ability to work well in a high pressure, fast paced environment.
• Be flexible to work a range of different shifts, including weekends.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you'll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

• Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Currently, we are only accepting applications from candidates who have working rights within Australia or New Zealand.