Night Chef, Auckland
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Millennium Hotels and Resorts New Zealand

Night Chef

  • Posted 1mo ago
  • On Site
  • Part Time

$28  -  $32 /hr

Auckland

Job Description

Grand Millennium Auckland - where exceptional hospitality meets refined dining in a setting that radiates warmth and sophistication. We’re now looking for a talented Night Shift Chef de Partie to join our passionate team and help craft unforgettable dining experiences, contributing to our “A Thousand Ways of Happiness” promise.


Our purpose is simple: Your best time and place – right here, right now . It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional moments for every guest. You’ll bring this to life overnight by preparing high-quality dishes, maintaining our exacting standards, and ensuring our guests receive an exceptional dining experience no matter the hour.


Key responsibilities:


  • Prepare and cook high-quality dishes throughout the overnight shift.
  • Deliver consistent food quality across overnight room service and hotel operations.
  • Work confidently and independently during quieter overnight periods.
  • Ensure every plate meets our presentation and quality standards.
  • Complete food preparation to support the wider kitchen team for the following day.
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen throughout your shift.
  • Uphold food safety, health & safety, and compliance standards.
  • Keep an eye on stock levels, wastage, cost control, and sustainability practices.
  • Work closely with the wider kitchen and hotel night teams to ensure a seamless guest experience.


What we're looking for:


  • A trained and qualified Chef with previous Chef de Partie or similar experience.
  • Previous hotel or high-volume kitchen experience would be highly regarded.
  • You’re comfortable working overnight and can operate confidently with minimal supervision.
  • You thrive under pressure, take initiative, and lead with integrity.
  • You genuinely care about quality and consistency (and it shows in your food).
  • A strong food production background and excellent attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
  • A calm, collaborative approach, particularly when unexpected requests come through overnight.
  • Strong understanding of food safety, health & safety, and compliance standards.
  • Flexibility to work shifts depending on business needs.


Why join us?


  • Opportunities to grow within our national and international portfolio.
  • A supportive and inclusive kitchen culture.
  • Great staff benefits such as staff meals on duty, F&B and accommodation discounts, uniform, and laundry services.
  • The opportunity to work within a dynamic, multi-kitchen hotel environment.
  • Permanent part-time employment with a minimum of 16 hours per week .
  • An hourly rate of $28–$32 , depending on experience.
  • Overnight shifts are 10pm–6am .


To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.


At the appropriate stage we will request your references; we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.


Join us at Grand Millennium Auckland - where even after dark, every dish is an opportunity to create an exceptional guest experience and Experience Something Truly Grand.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Food Safety
  • Cost Control
  • Food Preparation
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management

Desired Soft Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to Detail
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Initiative

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • ❤ Care and Appreciation
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖 Long Service Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • ⛑ Uniform Provided
  • 🍲 Meals Provided
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  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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