Chef Manager - Fonterra Whareroa, Hawera
Hawera
Lead with flavour. Inspire through food and leadership.
- Hawera, Taranaki
- Full-time Positin
- Compass Group NZ - Business & Industry Sector
- Lead a high-performing kitchen - manage operations and mentor a passionate team.
- Grow your career - access NZQA qualifications, apprenticeships, and formal leadership pathways.
- Enjoy great perks - health insurance discounts, free uniforms, and on-site parking.
He angitutanga | The Opportunity
We're looking for a talented and experienced Chef Manager to lead our kitchen team at Fonterra Whareroa in Hawera. You'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of food service, from menu planning and stock control to team leadership and client engagement.This is a hands-on leadership role where your culinary expertise and people skills will shine.
Ko o kawenga | Your Responsibilities- Plan and cost menus that meet customer and enterprise requirements, including dietary and cultural needs.
- Lead and manage kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of performance, food safety, and teamwork.
- Oversee stock ordering, receiving, rotation, and storage, maintaining budgetary control.
- Prepare, cook, and present food to a high standard, including buffet and event catering.
- Maintain strong relationships with the Fonterra client and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Hold an NZQA Level 4 Cookery Certificate or equivalent trade qualification.
- Minimum 4 years' experience in a similar role, with proven leadership and culinary skills.
- Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Flexible, reliable, and able to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism.
- Training & Development: Online learning, NZQA qualifications, and apprenticeships.
- Career Progression: Formal career paths within Compass Group.
- Recognition: Star Awards, Service Awards, and performance bonuses.
- Health & Safety: A strong focus on your wellbeing.
- Discounts: Health insurance, gym memberships, optometry, and more.
- Site Perks: Free uniforms, on-site parking, and access to site amenities.
- We are New Zealand's leading and largest provider of food and support services across multiple industries.
- These industry sectors are managed by our sub brands Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, and ESS.
- We specialise in turning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experiential moments for our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from being GOOD to GREAT.
- Our people are awesome, they breathe life into our brands and make great things happen!
- Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common - our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you - RESPECT, GROWTH and TEAMWORK are the founding pillars of these commitments.
- We are an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.
Successful candidates will be able to satisfactorily pass a police clearance.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Ready to lead with excellence?
Click 'Apply Now' or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@compass-group.co.nz
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