DoubleTree by Hilton Auckland Karaka is a premium hotel located next to the New Zealand Bloodstock Sales Centre, just 25 minutes from Auckland Airport. With 122 elegant guest rooms, an outdoor pool, beautiful gardens, and two signature dining venues—Ethereal Restuarant and Horseshoe Bar—we offer a refined experience in the heart of Karaka’s lush landscape.

We are seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to join our culinary team.

If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it’s with Hilton where we never forget the reason we're here, to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike.  

The Senior Chef de Partie supports the culinary operation to ensure it runs smoothly and meets Hilton standards. 

What will I be doing?  

As the Senior Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: 

Responsible for restaurant food production, including breakfast, room order, dinner and staff meal. 

Prepare menus as required in a timely manner and strictly in accordance with the recipe, standards and the standard of plating. 

Have knowledge of all compliance requirements of hotel operations

Support training of new and current staff, work on SOP improvement and continuous improvement in all other areas. 

Actively participate in kitchen meetings to maintain continuous improvement of kitchen operations, achieve goals and maintain smooth communication. 

Respond to each request to the satisfaction of the guest. 

Follow any new menu changes requested by the Chef and any working methods for new menus, daily specials and promotions. 

Work closely with the Chef in ordering food quantities for the day, maximise the use of food produce to eliminate waste and obtain the best rate of return. 

Participate in meetings and activities organized by the hotel.

Check the quality of food prepared by staff according to the required standards and make necessary adjustments. 

Work closely with the Chef to determine the menu selection in regular meetings to satisfy both the guest and the segment. 

ion and objectives and the overall standards of the department. 

Ensure that all staff are fully aware of the hotel's fire and life safety / emergency procedures 

Perform any other reasonable duties and duties as assigned. 

What are we looking for? 

A Senior Chef de Partie serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow: 

High school or equivalent, preferably from a professional culinary school. 

1 to 3 years kitchen management experience in a hotel restaurant or high-level individual restaurant 

Creative with strong research capability and development spirit and able to execute effectively. 

Extensive knowledge of kitchen equipment and able to train staff. 

Basic knowledge of computer operation. 

Knowledge of food safety systems. 

Ability to complete tasks on time in order of priority. 

Work well under pressure, able to stay calm and solve problems. 

Able to work well independently as well as in a team.

What will it be like to work for Hilton? 

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!