University of Canterbury Students' Association

Sous Chef – Foundry & Events Kitchen

University of Canterbury Students' Association  •  Christchurch, NZ (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Sous Chef | Foundry & Events Centre Kitchen

Full-time | 40 hours per week | Variable days/shifts

The Foundry is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our energetic kitchen team. Working alongside the Executive Chef, you’ll help deliver high-quality food and ensure smooth, efficient kitchen operations. Flexibility is essential - shifts may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and some public holidays.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and team leadership.
  • Prepare, cook, and present dishes to consistently high standards.
  • Maintain strict hygiene, safety, and food control compliance.
  • Check all dishes for quality, presentation, and temperature before service.
  • Contribute creative ideas to menu planning and development.
  • Manage stock levels, storage, and monthly stocktakes.
  • Communicate effectively with front-of-house to ensure seamless service.
  • Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive kitchen culture.

About You

  • 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
  • Level 3 and 4 National Certificate in Hospitality (Professional Cookery) or equivalent.
  • Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills.
  • Reliable, motivated, and calm under pressure.
  • Attention to detail with a genuine passion for great food.
  • Flexible, enthusiastic, and team-focused.

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.

University of Canterbury Students' Association

About University of Canterbury Students' Association

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.

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Christchurch, NZ
Year Founded
1894
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