Commis Chef (Casual) at Te Papa, Wellington - Wairarapa

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Te Papa stands proud as an iconic national building housing the treasures of the nation and is a vibrant destination for both national and international visitors. We've now also partnered with Wellington City Council to operate Tākina, Wellington's newest Convention and Exhibition Centre. Our Venues team is world-class, delivering the event operations and hospitality across both Te Papa and Tākina.

Te Papa is looking for Commis Chefs who take pride in their work, enjoys a fast paced environment and understands food hygiene and preparation principles. If you take pride in the food that you prepare and serve, are a great team player, enjoy hospitality and want to take up the challenge of working in a high volume environment, then this is the job opportunity for you.

Ideally you will have:

• A minimum 1 year of experience working in a similar position
• Cooking/Chef Qualification 
• The ability to work under pressure
• Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work according to agreed targets and urgent demands
• The ability to create a positive team environment
• The ability to work alone or as part of a shift team
• Preferably experience in a multi outlet hospitality operation, from restaurant to function catering, working in a large kitchen brigade.

When applying please include your availability to work across all days/nights on a weekly basis and any periods you will not be available.

The hourly rate for this position will be a minimum of $23.65.

Please note this is an open call for applications. Our Team will review applications on a regular basis and advise on the status of your application. 

The work across our operation is busy, fast paced and in a fantastic, friendly team environment, so come join us!

Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Prior to Te Papa confirming any offer of employment, pre-employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact recruitment@tepapa.govt.nz.