Executive Chef

Role summary

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The Executive Chef leads all culinary operations at Sheraton Christchurch, including restaurant, banquet, room-service and kitchen production. Requirements typically include extensive experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader, strong knowledge of food safety and cost control, menu-development expertise, and recognised culinary qualifications. The successful candidate is expected to manage, coach and inspire kitchen teams, maintain consistently high food and presentation standards, control labour and purchasing costs, work closely with hotel leadership, and deliver memorable guest experiences. Flexibility, commercial awareness, creativity, calm decision-making and the ability to work across busy service periods are essential. Experience in an international hotel or luxury hospitality environment is highly advantageous.

About the employer

Sheraton Christchurch is a prominent hotel operation in Christchurch, New Zealand, associated with the globally recognised Sheraton Hotels & Resorts brand. Sheraton is part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with hotels and resorts across many countries. The brand is known for full-service accommodation, business facilities, dining, meetings and events, and welcoming spaces designed to connect guests and communities. At Sheraton Christchurch, the culinary team supports hotel restaurants, banqueting, conferences, room service and other guest experiences. Marriott generally places strong emphasis on service quality, food safety, associate development, inclusion and operational standards. Working for the property can provide exposure to international brand systems, diverse guests and a broad range of hospitality functions. Exact ownership, operating arrangements, benefits and employment conditions should be confirmed directly with the employer.