Head Chef- Queenstown

Calling All Head Chefs!

The New Zealand Venue Co. family are looking for a enthusiastic and innovative Head Chef to join our team in Queenstown!

So, why choose us?

Our company’s rapid growth will provide you with multiple avenues to develop your career to its full potential! We are looking for a talented and experienced Head Chef to join us in Queenstown.

What we’re looking for

Passionate commitment to a successful career in the hospitality industry

Projects a friendly, enthusiastic and positive attitude at all times

Possesses a creative flair and superb presentation skills

What we need from you

You must have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience

The ability to provide high quality meals in a fast-paced environment

Strong focus on food safety compliance

Exceptional customer service standards

Ability to engage with local community

Well-rounded experience within bar/pub industry

Flexible availability to work rostered shifts as our venue is open 7 days a week

What will your job duties include?

Plan and develop menus that are in line with venue standards

Ensuring accurate food and labour costs, ordering food supplies, managing deliveries and processing invoices

Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation

Ensuring effective collaboration and communication across kitchen and front-of-house teams in regard to food preparation, standards and practices

Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking methods

Preparing and cooking food to a consistently high standard

Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations and practices including managing kitchen log books, cleaning schedules and temperature log books

Selecting and training new staff, ensuring they are being trained to a high standard and familiarising them with kitchen processes

Build a high performance team and lead a productive kitchen culture

Working professionally in a fast paced environment

Why choose us?

The opportunity to start a career with New Zealand Venue Co. in one of our amazing venues

The chance to work for a dynamic company where we welcome and encourage innovation

The security of a permanent full-time contract

A competitive wage and rewards for hard work and success

Minimum guaranteed 40 hours per week

Remuneration of $80,000 - $90,000

Does this sound like you? Apply now!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent