Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand · On-site
$32/hr–$38/hr
The Role This is a permanent Full-Time position which requires you to set an example in the kitchen with your exemplary cooking skills, and maintaining the highest of standards. Your main responsibilities include: Comple…
Skills: Culinary skills, Leadership, Food cost management, Stocktaking, Quality control
Dunedin City, Otago, New Zealand · On-site
$31/hr–$37/hr
The Business La Zeppa serves up spectacular sundeck sessions for those epic alfresco vibes. Our restaurant and bar is fun at heart, seamlessly transitioning from day to night, and beyond. Our cuisine is inspired by flavo…
Skills: Culinary Skills, Leadership, Stocktaking, Food Cost Management, Quality Control
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The Sous Chef is responsible for managing food costs, stocktaking, and ensuring all dishes meet high quality and presentation standards. They must also facilitate clear communication between the kitchen and front-of-house staff while maintaining strict food control and cleaning processes.
Candidates must have proven experience in a fast-paced, high-end kitchen environment and possess strong leadership and culinary skills. A New Zealand Register Diploma or at least three years of relevant experience is required.
The Role
This is a permanent Full-Time position which requires you to set an example in the kitchen with your exemplary cooking skills, and maintaining the highest of standards.
Your main responsibilities include:
This role will be an average of at least 30 hours per week with a maximum of 60 hours per week.
Skills / Experience
We are looking for an energetic, flexible and hard working candidate.
The ideal candidate will be someone with:
Our Story
We started in 2004, and we've been on an epic ride ever since. We have created some of New Zealand’s most beloved bars, restaurants and licensed burger joints, with outlets throughout the country which offer outstanding food and beverages delivered with warmth and hospitality. Bessie was recently acknowledge by making it into the michelin guide award; this is recopgnition of the hard work that has gone into making Bessie what it is today. Google us, have a beer with us, join us!
The Business
We wanted to bring the highest quality dining experience in a vibrant environment to Christchurch and we think we’ve done a pretty good job. Our approach to everything we do is centered around our customers from the moment they walk through the doors. Our specialty is our meat, but it doesn’t stop there. This is a dining experience like no other and we strive to ensure this is one to remember.
In return for your dedication and commitment, we offer:
Click Apply to start your journey with us, we look forward to hearing from you!
Applications close 30th August 2026
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Offices: 1740 N Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, US · 1218 Arcade Ave, Louisville, Kentucky 40215-2204, US
