Casual Pastry Chef de Partie

ABOUT THE ROLE

Legends Global teams across the world are innate problem solvers and people who thrive on the excitement of developing events that create opportunity and connection.  We are meticulous planners, innovative thinkers, relationship specialists and acutely experienced business leaders who love what they do.

At Legends Global, we love events, it's what we do. It's a part of our DNA and what drives us.

Pastry Chef

• Based in Christchurch New Zealand
• Casual position

Te Pae Christchurch is proudly managed by Legends Global, Asia Pacific's leading venue management company and one of the world's premier convention and exhibition management specialists. An exciting opportunity for an experienced chef to join our team.

Reporting to the Pastry Sous Chef, the Pastry Chef de Partie will be responsible for assisting in the production of all pastry items and desserts at Te Pae Christchurch.

Key Duties

• Assist in all day-to-day aspects of the pastry section of the kitchen.
• Prepare a wide variety of goods such as, but not limited to, plated desserts, petit fours, cakes and breads following traditional and modern recipes and techniques.
• Show world-class technique, presentation and flavour on a large scale.
• Work with the Pastry Sous Chef in the design of menus.
• Standardise production recipes, cooking methods and techniques to ensure consistent quality and presentation.
• Ensure that food safety standards, preparation, presentation, and cooking techniques are established and monitored to meet the Te Pae Christchurch requirements.
• Be innovative and resourceful with a hands-on approach to the kitchen team's training and development.
• Maintain food safety records as per the safe food procedures.
• Follow through on with any dietary requirements requested for events.

ABOUT YOU

Everyday our people are responsible for delivering extraordinary experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.

You will have a shared values and people-centric mind set and genuinely want to make a difference. That's what makes you stand out from the crowd and why we want to meet with you.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a minimum 2 years' experience in a similar position.
• Be well organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication skills at all levels.
• Have the ability to maintain safety standards and to abide by HACCP.
• Have the ability to work under pressure.

In return we offer work in a positive and encouraging environment, with opportunities for growth and development. Manaakitanga is at the heart of our operational philosophy.

Our team are committed to making a difference to the city of Christchurch delivering success for our community and clients. The role requires flexible working hours.

Applicants must have the rights to work in New Zealand.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal History Check.

If you meet the above criteria and want to be part of this exciting opportunity at a world class convention centre in the heart of Christchurch, we would love to hear from you.

Application will close 5 p.m. on 14 November 2025, however we may close the application earlier if we find the right candidate.

At Te Pae Christchurch, we are committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment, which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

ABOUT THE VENUE

Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre has been designed as Otautahi Christchurch's 'gathering place'. A key part of the regeneration of the city, the Government's investment in Te Pae Christchurch is set to act as a catalyst - not only for the growth and development of the city, but as a way of building lasting social, cultural and economic connections between the region and the world.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Legends Global is the world's leading producer of entertainment experiences. It is the global leader in venue and event strategy and management - delivering locally tailored solutions and cutting-edge technologies to maximise the guest experience. The company's elite venue network spans five continents, with a portfolio of more than 350 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, performing arts venues, and convention and exhibition centres, including Exhibition World Bahrain; Moscone Center San Francisco; ICC Sydney Australia; Olympia London; Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai, RAC Arena, Perth, Australia; Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns, Australia and Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, Australia.

Legends Global has always had a bold vision to be a true employer of choice, great place to work and a company that provides long term careers and development opportunities.

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Working in the venue and event industry means supporting the delivery of events across our event calendar. This means that weekend, evening and public holiday work will be required.

We have lodged this role on our own site as we are managing this project directly. No recruitment agencies please.