Job Description

Welcome to Novotel Auckland Airport, where luxury meets convenience just steps away from the International terminal. Our 4.5-star hotel boasts THIRTEEN50 Kitchen & Bar, a stylish venue where traditional Kiwi flavors are reimagined with a modern twist, catering to both hotel guests and local diners. Situated outside the terminal, Novotel Auckland Airport Hotel provides a seamless travel experience, ensuring every layover and business trip is stress-free with unmatched comfort and amenities. Discover the perfect blend of tradition, freshness, and comfort at Novotel Auckland Airport.

• Work alongside the Executive Chef and Senior Sous Chef to keep the kitchen running smoothly and connected with the wider hotel team.
• Lead by example on the line, supporting the team to deliver fresh, consistent dishes guests can count on.
• Ensure all food is stored, prepared, and handled in compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards
• Maintain inventory of daily food and product needs, communicating with the Executive Chef to ensure adequate supplies
• Utilize traditional cooking techniques and the finest local ingredients to create hearty, flavorful dishes that reflect the vibrant surroundings
• Manage food preparation and wastage costs by following established methods and ensuring efficiency in the kitchen

Qualifications

You will be:

• Bringing 3–5 years’ experience as a Chef de Partie in a fast‑paced kitchen.

• Confident working in medium to large hotel kitchens, with 4‑star experience an advantage.

• Flexible across all shifts and comfortable leading a team of chefs while supporting a collaborative kitchen environment.

• Strong in food preparation, hygiene practices, and meeting standards set by the Executive Chef.

• Experienced in banquets or capable of supporting high‑volume service when required.

Additional Information

• Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!
• Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work life balance!
• Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
• Accor's refer-a-friend bonus
• Meals on shift
• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Paid birthday leave

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

ACCOR's Purpose Statement

"Pioneering the art of responsible hospitality, connecting cultures, with heartfelt care."