Bessie - Chef de Partie - Full-Time

The Role

We are seeking a Full‑Time, Permanent Chef de Partie to join our busy kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone who is committed to high standards, enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, and is keen to continue developing their culinary skills.

This position offers a minimum of 30 hours per week, with the potential to work up to 60 hours depending on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking dishes to a consistently high standard
• Monitoring food quality at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Completing ordering and stocktaking to manage food costs
• Managing rosters and monitoring wage costs
• Ensuring all food is prepped and portioned prior to service
• Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising on procedures
• Maintaining clear communication between kitchen, front‑of‑house, and management
• Following the Food Control Plan and maintaining required cleaning and hygiene standards
• Discussing food preparation issues with managers and team members

Skills, Experience & Qualifications Required

• A relevant culinary qualification at NZQCF Level 4 or higher, or
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen
• Ability to work efficiently in a high‑volume environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• This level of skill is required to ensure safe food handling, consistent quality, and the ability to work independently in a high‑volume kitchen.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $28.00 - $34.00 per hour and transparency in how to move up, fast!
• Industry leading training - we invest time into you and your professional development.
• Staff discounts at every site!
• Opportunities to work across all sites!
• A supportive and encouraging team. 

About Bessie
We wanted to bring the highest quality dining experience in a vibrant environment to Christchurch and we think we’ve done a pretty good job. Our approach to everything we do is centered around our customers from the moment they walk through the doors. Our specialty is our meat, but it doesn’t stop there. This is a dining experience like no other and we strive to ensure this is one to remember.

Our Story
We started in 2004, and we've been on an epic ride ever since. We have created some of New Zealand’s most beloved bars, restaurants and licensed burger joints, with outlets throughout the country which offer outstanding food and beverages delivered with warmth and hospitality. Google us, have a beer with us, join us!

Click Apply to start your journey with us, we look forward to hearing from you!

Applications Close: 15th September 2026

Check us out!
https://bessie.co.nz/
https://www.cookbrothersbars.co.nz/