While we acknowledge that we're in search of our next superstar towards the year's end, we strongly encourage you to apply if you're considering a fresh start with an exciting opportunity in 2024!

With 200 cosy bedrooms, a vibrant 90-seat restaurant, and a prime location on a bustling Wellington street, Ibis Wellington is on the lookout for a culinary wizard with a hands-on approach to take the reins of our lively kitchen.

We need someone whose heart beats for food and who can spark that same excitement in their team through top-notch training and leadership. Reporting directly to the General Manager, if you're a match for the description below and possess the skills we're looking for, we want to hear from YOU!

Your mission: cost-effectively manage the Kitchen team to maximize Food and Beverage profitability. This involves overseeing food preparation, production, and menu implementation—creating innovative, safe dishes that meet market and customer needs while staying within budgeted guidelines.

• Management and leadership of the hotel kitchen team.
• Overseeing the restaurant and grab & go menu (Room service) and daily food service operations.
• Creating a multi-site kitchen facility that efficiently utilizes people and equipment resources for respective food outlets.
• Exceeding customer and guest expectations, positioning the hotel's Food & Beverage operation as a provider of consistent, quality, and value-for-money cuisine.
• Adapting to changes in food styles and service trends as dictated by the market.
• Ensuring food standards meet Brand Standard guidelines and are consistently maintained.
• Maintaining the highest hygiene standards and adhering to Health & Safety regulations and HACCP food preparation guidelines.
• Fostering a positive work environment that values learning and personal development.
• Liaising with other departments in the hotel for seamless operations.
• Coordinating the stewarding team to meet the kitchen’s requirements.

• Assisting in developing the Annual Business Plan and Financial Budget.
• Controlling expenditure through the Purchase Order System and inventory controls.
• Proactively controlling costs while maintaining standards.
• Ensuring neat, clean, and functional outlets to protect long-term investment value.
• Conducting regular maintenance on all service equipment.
• Maintaining confidentiality and secure storage of intellectual property and databases.

Let's Talk Perks!

Feast Time! Enjoy delicious staff meals on duty.

Dress to Impress! We've got your back with provided and laundered uniforms.

Sweet Escapes! Snag accommodation discounts and a free Anniversary Stay.

Accor Perks Galore! Dive into discounted benefits across the Accor network.

Cheers to You! Join in staff celebrations and get recognized for your tenure.

Buddy System! Bring your mate to work with our awesome program.

Support on Speed Dial! Access the Employee Assistance Program.

Sky's the Limit! Explore fantastic career growth opportunities.

Keep Learning! Dive into ongoing training and development.

If you're ready to spice up our kitchen with your talent, apply now for a chance to join the fun!

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.