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Executive Chef

Christchurch, CanterburyFull-time2026-09-30 → 2026-10-01

Core

Accountable for overall success of daily kitchen operations, leading staff, and managing all food-related functions to maximize financial performance and guest satisfaction.

Role type

Executive Chef (Management)

Builds

Food and beverage operations for hotel outlets including banquets, room service, restaurants, and bars.

Domain

Hospitality / Culinary Arts

Required skills

Culinary talent, staff leadership, menu development, cost control, sanitation compliance, guest service management, mentoring (via careerplan.io/jobs/5903420381-executive-chef-at-marriott)

Preferred skills

Experience with local ingredients, background in freestanding restaurants and bars, track record working with marketing and front of house

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Lead kitchen management team and provide direction for day-to-day operations; Develop and implement guidelines for purchasing and receiving; Provide direction for menu development and monitor food quality; Manage department controllable expenses including food cost and supplies; Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards; Coach and mentor staff to improve skills and performance.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities