Chef de Partie
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Queenstown, New Zealand · Full-Time · $32 - $38/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
Near Queenstown, in the mountains of the Southern Alps, an award-winning country hotel is hiring a Chef de Partie. It wants someone adaptable, with a broad skill set, who enjoys a busy kitchen, and the many functions and weddings keep service varied. A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar fast-paced setting is required, and cooking Kiwi / western cuisine is a must.
The post is permanent and full-time, with an immediate start and at least 30 hours a week over a 4-day roster that includes weekends and nights. You would commit until mid-April 2027, when the summer season ends. Preference goes to citizens, permanent residents and people with at least 6 months on their work visa, and sponsorship may be available to the right candidate.
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Key Responsibilities
- Learn the daily and ongoing menus, the functions and the specials
- Take charge of the kitchen and service when the senior chef is away
- Use grills, microwaves and deep-fat fryers safely, including setting the right temperatures
- Clean preparation and service areas every day
- Check that stock is on hand in the right quality and quantity
- Make sure each part of a dish is cooked well, meets the standard and goes out on time, following recipes and instructions carefully
Requirements & Eligibility
- A minimum of 2 years' experience in a commercial kitchen
- Experience in cooking Kiwi / western cuisine
- A qualification in hospitality, cookery or culinary work is preferred
- Able to work quickly and safely
- Excellent verbal communication, and availability for rostered hours, weekends and nights included, with a commitment until mid-April 2027
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