We are seeking a culinary leader ready to take the reins at the vibrant and busy kitchen at Christchurch Adventure Park. This is an exciting opportunity to create delicious, seasonal menus and deliver exceptional food offerings to our large and loyal customer base.
Main Responsibilities:
As the Head Chef, you will:

• Lead Kitchen Operations: Ensure food is prepared and served to the highest standards, on time, and in a hygienic manner.
• Menu Development: Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Retail Manager to design seasonal menus that satisfy our loyal customer base.
• Stock Control: Oversee inventory management, ensuring that high quality ingredients are always available and properly stored.
• People Leadership: Inspire and train a diverse kitchen team, fostering a collaborative environment and effective communication with front-of-house staff.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Maintain a safe and clean kitchen environment, adhering to all health and safety regulations.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role, with strong leadership and time management skills.
• A passion for food and creativity in menu design.
• Ability to manage inventory and control costs effectively.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

Why Join Us?

• Dynamic Environment: Work in a lively setting, surrounded by nature and adventure activities.
• Supportive Team: Join a friendly, dedicated team committed to excellence in every dish.

This is a full time position and will involve evening and weekend work.
About the UCSA
The University of Canterbury Students’ Association Incorporated (UCSA) is a not-for-profit organisation with charity status. Fourteen elected student representatives govern the UCSA with the support and guidance of external advisors via an Advisory Board. Over 300 full time, part time and casual staff report through to the Chief Executive. We offer many services to ensure that the university experience for students at UC is all that it can be.
Benefits of working for the UCSA:

• Free, confidential counselling available via OCP
• 20% discount on/at the following: UCSA cafes and bars, On Campus Catering orders, equipment from The Hire Store and purchases from the University Book Shop
• Free Haere-roa venue hire (when available)
• Staff rates on UC Rec Centre memberships
• Friday drinks and nibbles
• Free flu vaccinations
• An excellent working environment

You must be a New Zealand Citizen or resident or otherwise be able to prove that you are legally entitled to work in New Zealand.
Application closing date: 28 October 2024.
Please note we will be reviewing applications as they are received and we reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the application closing date.