Executive Chef – Auckland, New Zealand

Fantastic opportunity!

Our client — a leading 5-star international hotel in Auckland — is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to join their world-class culinary team.

This is an exceptional chance to lead a celebrated kitchen in one of the most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities in the South Pacific region.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Previous Executive Chef experience within internationally recognised luxury hotel brands.
  • Experience working in New Zealand or the broader South Pacific region, with a genuine appreciation for local cuisine, ingredients, and cultural influences.
  • Strong background across a wide range of culinary styles, from fine dining to innovative contemporary cuisine.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume kitchen operations, including large-scale banqueting and catering.
  • Outstanding leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop a multicultural kitchen brigade.
  • Proven expertise in implementing and maintaining HACCP, food-safety, hygiene, and stock-control standards.
  • A highly motivated, “can-do” attitude and a passion for delivering memorable world-class dining experiences.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

TOP PAY + benefits!

Start as soon as possible.

Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.

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