Cafe Chef/Baker - Christchurch
We are seeking expressions of interest from qualified & experienced Bakers/Cafe Chefs to join our team.
There is a significant amount of annual leave coming up for key members of our team, and we are seeking someone to work for the remainder of 2025. This could be on a fixed term contract, or alternatively for the right candidate we can discuss longer term options as we are in growth currently.
Central Park Cafe is located within the University of Otago campus at Christchurch Hospital.We offer a wide ranging and diverse cabinet food program, and have a strong focus on healthy, delicious & modern food.
There is a large catering component to our offering, and the successful candidate will need to possess strong time management, multi-tasking, and organisational skills.
The role is to work with a team of 3 in the kitchen, alongside the Exec Chef owner.This role will be based around weekday hours, however there are also shifts outside of cafe hours for catering and events.
The role would suit a candidate who can work as the sole charge member of the kitchen, outside of cafe operating hours.
The food program consists of a Weekly rotating menu of cabinet food and baking, along with specials, and a concise a la carte menu.
We are seeking an experience baker to produce a selection of sweet and savoury goods to furnish the cabinet, and supply catering orders.
The role has potential for flexible hours and could be a 4 day week for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will possess the following:- A strong and professional work ethic
- Exceptional time management skills and the ability to multi-task
- A clean and organised manner of working
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong technical baking skills
- Creative flair and a love of food
- The ability to work self directed, and as part of a team
- The right to work in New Zealand
We are part of a larger hospitality group, with 2 additional premium central city outlets, and the businesses are all owner-operated by a proven and successful team.
www.centralparkcafe.co.nz
We will only be in contact with candidates with relevant experience, and the right to work in New Zealand.
Please send an up to date CV and Cover Letter via email to hello@centralparkcafe.co.nz