Chef de Partie (Pastry)| Nihowera Mātāmua

You'll be supporting the delivery of high-quality pastry and dessert offerings across a range of premium hospitality services. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your specialist pastry skills within a unique environment, supporting high-profile functions at the heart of New Zealand's democracy.

Mō te tūnga | About the role:

This is a specialist Pastry Chef de Partie position. You will co-ordinate and prepare pastry, dessert, and baked items to the highest standards, in accordance with Parliamentary Service standards and under the direction of the Sous Chef. You will supervise shift operations in the absence of the Sous Chef, manage service periods related to pastry production, and support the supervision and training of junior chefs within the pastry function.

Due to an exciting secondment, we're looking for a Chef de Partie Pastry for a fixed term role until August 2027.  

• Prepare and produce high-quality pastry, desserts, and baked goods for a variety of functions and events across the parliamentary precinct.
• Support menu planning and development for pastry offerings, with an emphasis on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.
• Maintain a high standard of hygiene, food safety, and discipline across all kitchen areas, in line with kitchen standards, government legislation, and Parliamentary Service policy.
• Ensure responsible use of ingredients and minimisation of waste, consulting with the Sous Chef where required.
• Support the café with supply of baked and pastry items, and assist with sandwich preparation when required.

Tō kete | What you'll bring to the role:

Proven pastry experience is essential for this role. We will only consider applicants who can demonstrate hands-on experience working as a pastry chef or in a pastry-focused Chef de Partie role.

• Demonstrated experience in pastry, dessert, and baking production within a commercial kitchen environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a busy kitchen team.
• A reliable and professional approach, with a strong focus on punctuality, consistency, and preparation.
• The ability to follow direction, manage service pressures, and contribute positively to team culture.
• Experience in a high-volume catering, café, or restaurant environment (including function catering) — desirable.
• A recognised Chef qualification.
• A positive attitude and enthusiasm to the team.
• Flexibility with scheduling — shifts and times may vary.

He aha ka riro i a koe | What you'll gain:

• Build your leadership capability by supervising shifts, supporting junior chefs, and stepping into a senior role in the absence of the Sous Chef.
• Further develop your specialist pastry skills through exposure to a diverse range of services, including high-profile functions and events within the parliamentary precinct.
• Expand your menu development experience by contributing to pastry and dessert menus that showcase fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.

The appointing salary band for this role is $64,485 – $70,979 pro rata per annum (the remuneration band extends beyond the appointing salary to account for tenure progression).

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:

To apply, click the 'I'm Interested' button to upload your CV and complete the online application form.

Please note: The Seek advert will close at 12pm due to default settings; however, if you visit Careers at Parliament the advert will remain open until midnight (12am) on the specified closing date.

Applications close at midnight, 25th June 2026 . Please note the role may close early due to application numbers.

All applications must be submitted online. If this is not possible, or to arrange a confidential kōrero, please email Jodie.Taylor@parliament.govt.nz

We will be screening applications as they are received to move swiftly to interview. You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to let us know when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.

The Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Clerk appoint on merit and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and good employer principles. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and value the experience that your point of difference brings.