Demi Chefs & Chef de Partie

Love hospitality? Then you’ll love working with us.

Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre is looking for experienced and motivated Casual chefs - from Demi Chef, Chef de Partie through to Senior Chef de Partie to join our team in the lead-up to our busy season. We need adaptable chefs that can flexibly support across all of our busy kitchens (Banquets, Restaurant and Pastry).

What we offer:

a positive working environment

competitive payrates (rate pending previous experience)

Flexible working hours – we are happy to work around your commitments

Rewards and recognition programme

Accommodation and Food & Beverage discounts at our full portfolio of properties in the most beautiful North Island locations!

Casual shifts across mornings, evenings and weekends

What we need from you:

Minimum of 1 years experience (Demi Chefs) to 2 years (Chef de Partie level)

We're looking for people who have experience across different kitchens, such as Hotel restaurant environments as well as Banquet/conferencing kitchens.

The successful applicant will be responsible for (but not limited to) prep for service (whether in the restaurant, banquet or pastry kitchen), minimising wastage and maintaining a clean and safe working area

Excellent time management and works well under pressure

An eye for detail and high standard of cleanliness

Be a team player and excellent communicator

Have a positive can-do attitude and bring your best every day

A qualification in Food Cookery or Culinary Arts is essential.

About us:

Waipuna Hotel and Conference Centre is a 4-star property and one of New Zealand’s largest and most versatile conference venues. Nestled in 6 acres of parkland overlooking the Panmure Lagoon, we combine a tranquil setting with easy access to Sylvia Park, train links, and motorway routes. Our facilities include flexible meeting spaces, outdoor pool, gym, and spa pool – catering to both business and leisure travellers.

• We’re part of Prime Hotels , a proudly New Zealand-owned group with 9 hotels nationwide and growing. Prime Hotels sits under the wider Prime Property Group - one of NZ's largest privately owned property companies
• ( www.primeproperty.co.nz ).

📍 Location: Mount Wellington, Auckland

📅 Position available: Several casual roles are available

If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a supportive team, and love creating memorable guest experiences – we’d love to hear from you!