Description

Join the culinary team for Summer 2026/27 at a contemporary lodge restaurant in Kaikoura, showcasing seasonal New Zealand cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Kitchen leadership team to prepare and present exceptional dishes
• Share creativity and ideas to personalise dishes for guests
• Work with premium seasonal and locally sourced ingredients
• Curate dishes for international visitors with flavors from around the world

Requirements

• Talented and motivated chef with kitchen experience
• Enjoy being part of a creative and close knit team
• Passion for working with seasonal and local ingredients

Benefits

• Brand new commercial kitchen and dining space
• Work-life balance in a relaxed environment
• Location surrounded by spectacular mountain and ocean scenery
• Hourly rate between NZD$27-$32
• Flexible start dates (September/October until April 2027)