Summary
Location
Christchurch
Type
full-time
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About this role
Chef de Partie | Undercroft Foodcourt
35 hours per week during university term time
Join our energetic team at the Undercroft Foodcourt - home to three popular and fast-paced outlets:
Burgatory – Burgers, fries, and weekly specials
El Kiosco – Nachos, tortillas, tacos, salads, burritos & more
Umami, Spice & Everything Rice – Wontons, fried rice, spring rolls, BBQ wings, bao buns
We’re on the lookout for a skilled and motivated Chef de Partie to help deliver consistently high-quality food across all three outlets. You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting the Sous Chef, and contributing to menu development, kitchen operations, and food safety compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, cook, and present meals to a consistently high standard, including dietary options, while supervising and supporting junior kitchen staff
Ensure food hygiene compliance and maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen in line with the UCSA Food Control Plan
Contribute to creative, seasonal menu development and ensure meals meet quality, quantity, and presentation standards
Assist with stock control, ordering, and monthly stocktakes to ensure smooth kitchen operations
Maintain clear, professional communication with kitchen, front-of-house, and management teams
What We’re Looking For
At least 2 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen
Level 3 National Certificate in Hospitality (Professional Cookery)
Strong kitchen leadership skills and the ability to work effectively as both part of a team and unsupervised
Excellent attention to detail, commitment to food quality and able to handle pressure
Great communication and interpersonal skills
Honest, reliable, and professional in all aspects of work
Confident with ordering, stock control, and supplier communication
About UCSA
Nau Mai Ki Te Rōpū Akonga ō Te Whare Wānanga ō Waitaha
Welcome to The University of Canterbury Students’ Association (UCSA)
Established in 1894, the UCSA is a registered not-for-profit organisation that supports UC students to succeed and belong.
Our organisation is governed by an elected Student Executive, and we employ over 300 staff. Together, we dish up a range of student-focused services, including advocacy and welfare, representation, subsidised dental and optometry, early learning centres, club support, events, and media.
The UCSA commercial team manages several cafes and bars, as well as sizeable catering and events teams delivering services to students, staff, external customers and commercial partners.
How to Apply
Please apply through our careers site.
Please note we will be reviewing applications as they are received and we reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the application closing date.
Other facts
About UCSA
UCSA is the University of Canterbury Students’ Association Incorporated. Established in 1894, UCSA is a not-for-profit organisation with charity status. Twelve elected student representatives govern UCSA with the support and guidance of external advisors via an Advisory Board. The UCSA employs up to 280 full-time, part time and casual staff who report through a Chief Executive.
Since its inception the UCSA has grown into a diverse organisation with an annual turnover of around $10.0 million. The UCSA owns a 50% share of the University Book Shop, and has net assets valued at just over $12.0 million.
After the February 2011 earthquake the UCSA moved premises from 90 Ilam Road to the South East Side of the James Hight Library. The Undercroft was redeveloped as a student space, and work is currently being undertaken to replace the facilities and services that were on offer in the old UCSA building.
The UCSA operates a number of other facilities spread around the campus, including cafes at Kirkwood village (Kirkwood cafe), Dovedale Ave Campus (Collective) and in the Law (Alibi) and Engineering (Eng Cafe) buildings.
There is academic advice and support through to social comment and entertainment by way of UCSA’s student magazine, CANTA; from huge events like Orientation, End of Lectures and Tea Party, to Childcare at UCSA’s Early Learning Centres.
This diversity reflects the many services that students have initiated to ensure that the university experience for students at Canterbury is all that it can be.
What you'll do
- The Chef de Partie will prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard while supervising junior kitchen staff. They will also ensure food hygiene compliance and contribute to menu development.
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