Sous Chef
The Jellyfish is an established, busy and vibrant restaurant and bar, located 30 mins from Nelson, on the beautiful Mapua Wharf. We are renowned for our amazing location, within which we pride ourselves on creating memorable guest experiences.
We embrace the Maori principle of Manaakitanga - to provide exceptional hospitality by showing kindness, generosity, respect and care to our guests and each other. Our people are the key to the success of our organisation.
The Jellyfish operates an open book management system. This financial management model is completely transparent, empowering our team to have a direct impact on the financial performance of the business.
Furthermore, this management system works hand in hand with our performance-based incentive programme. Adopting this approach means every single team member has a stake in the successful outcome.
We are currently recruiting a Sous Chef to deputise to our Head Chef. This is a leadership role where you will be required to run the kitchen on busy shifts. This is a hand-on role which also provides management hours to complete kitchen management and business development tasks.
This role will provide the successful applicant with the opportunity to benefit from multiple income streams. Your competitive hourly rate will include monthly performance-based incentives, meaning you can have a direct impact on what you earn.Our team also enjoys the added bonus of guest gratuities.
Full time position with set roster and a great work/life balance. Start within the next 4 weeks.
You must have:
An extensive knowledge of and passion for the restaurant industry.Minimum 2 Years experience as a Sous Chef or Head Chef
Minimum 4 Years experience as a Chef
Culinary Qualification
A friendly demeanor and positive attitude
Motivation to perform and excel at a high level
Knowledge of cost control measures and the ability to meet agreed financial goals. In particular wages and cost of goods targets.
What we offer:
A positive and friendly work environmentComprehensive training and career progression
Excellent pay rate
Great job security
Set roster
A beautiful location on Mapua Wharf - parking and swims on your break are free of charge :)
Please send us a cover letter, along with your current CV.
Visit our website www.thejellyfish.nz to view menus and photos.