CDP — Fine-Dining Kitchen, Seasonal & Creative

Hapuku Lodge; Kaikōura; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff perks

Discounted food & beverage

Job summary

Hāpuku Lodge and Treehouses in Kaikōura, Canterbury, New Zealand, seeks a skilled Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team on a full-time basis (minimum 30 hours per week). You will manage a station, uphold high culinary standards, and support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests.

You will contribute to menu development, maintain hygiene, train junior staff, and help control food costs while working in a close-knit team that values work-life balance and access to

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional CDP experience, ideally in fine dining or upmarket hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen health & safety regulations.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in prep techniques and cooking methods.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards during busy services.
• Strong communication skills and ability to motivate and develop junior staff.
• Passion for quality seasonal ingredients, creativity and continuous improvement.
• Attention to detail and precision in plating and presentation.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for daily prep and punctual service of your section; ensure mise en place is ready for service.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards across kitchen operations.
• Train and support junior kitchen staff within your section.
• Follow recipes and procedures to ensure consistency in portion size, quality and presentation.
• Control food costs by monitoring portion sizes, reducing waste and managing inventory for your station.
• Ensure efficient workflow during service and perform well under pressure.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and team to develop menus, seasonal dishes and specials.
• Assist with stock management, ordering and receiving of ingredients as required.
• Communicate clearly within the kitchen and with other departments to support the Lodge.
• Uphold a clean, organized and efficient workstation at all times.

Skills

CDP experience

Knife skills

Food safety & hygiene

Pressure service

Team leadership

Plating precision

Shift flexibility

Education

NZQ Level 3 in Cookery

Job description

Hāpuku Lodge and Treehouses in Kaikōura, Canterbury, New Zealand, seeks a skilled Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team on a full-time basis (minimum 30 hours per week). You will manage a station, uphold high culinary standards, and support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests.

You will contribute to menu development, maintain hygiene, train junior staff, and help control food costs while working in a close-knit team that values work-life balance and access to