Chef De Partie - 3 Month Contract

• Fixed-term role for 3 months , working 40 hours per week
• Pay rate $29.00 - $32.09 per hour, depending on experience
• Creativity meets variety in a dynamic hotel kitchen
• Great team culture in a central Rotorua location
• Uniform provided + hotel discounts across all our hotels

Bring your love for food to life in a kitchen that values excellence and innovation

At Millennium Hotel Rotorua , we’re looking for a talented Chef de Partie who thrives on producing high-quality cuisine, particularly à la carte, and supporting the team to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Whether it’s crafting an elegant plated meal or preparing buffet service for a conference, you’ll bring energy, creativity, and precision to every service.

You’ll work closely with our Executive Chef and his team, playing a key role in daily operations - from à la carte menu execution to ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

This role is based in our open kitchen, where you’ll not only be showcasing your culinary skills but also engaging with guests, offering a warm, professional presence as part of the dining experience.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing and presenting high-quality dishes for à la carte and conference service
• Collaborating on menu design and contributing trend-conscious ideas for specials
• Leading your section with efficiency, organisation, and great communication
• Supporting breakfast service, conference catering, and banquets as required
• Upholding Food Control Plan standards and ensuring a safe, clean kitchen environment
• Working with the kitchen team while promoting a positive kitchen culture

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role
• Holds a Level 4 Cookery qualification and Food Safety Certification
• Brings creativity, resilience, and attention to detail to the role
• Works well under pressure and thrives in a team-focused environment
• Has a flexible approach to different shifts and service styles
• Has strong knowledge of catering for food allergies and dietary sensitivities, and can adapt dishes accordingly

Why join us?

At Millennium Hotels and Resorts, we believe in more than just filling a role—we invest in people. You’ll be joining a welcoming team environment where your ideas are valued.

Enjoy the variety of working in a high-energy kitchen, and the satisfaction of seeing your dishes come to life in front of guests.

This is a 3-month fixed-term role with 40 hours a week on a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays, pay rate $29.00 - $32.09 per hour, depending on experience.

This is a permanent position and is open to applicants who hold current working rights for New Zealand.