Chef

AWF New Zealand; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider in New Zealand seeks a temporary chef to prepare high-quality buffet meals for up to 60 guests. The role requires flexibility with a 7-day on/off roster and travel to scenic locations. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in high-volume kitchens and a solid understanding of food safety. Competitive pay is offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Work in one of New Zealand's most stunning natural environments

Competitive pay aligned with experience and performance

Supportive team and well-organized roster system

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a chef in high-volume environments.
• Ability to produce quality buffet-style meals for large groups.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen operations.
• Excellent time management and adaptability.
• Willingness to work in remote locations and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present buffet-style meals for up to 60 guests to a high standard.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are consistently met.
• Work collaboratively with the hospitality team to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Be available on a 7-on / 7-off rotating roster.

Skills

Proven experience as a chef in high-volume environments

Ability to produce quality buffet-style meals for large groups

Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen operations

Excellent time management and adaptability

Reliable and professional with a strong work ethic

Job description

Overview

Temporary Chef - RealNZ (AWF Client)

Location: Doubtful Sound (with potential coverage in Queenstown & Milford Sound)

Roster: 7 days on / 7 days off (on-call basis)

Employment Type: Temporary / Contract

Pay: Competitive, based on experience and capability

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present buffet-style meals for up to 60 guests to a high standard.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are consistently met.
• Work collaboratively with the hospitality team to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Be available on a 7-on / 7-off rotating roster, with flexibility to cover shifts as needed.
• Travel between Doubtful Sound, Queenstown, and Milford Sound as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a chef in high-volume environments.
• Ability to produce quality buffet-style meals for large groups.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen operations.
• Excellent time management and adaptability.
• Willingness to work in remote locations and travel as needed.
• Reliable and professional with a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Work in one of New Zealand's most stunning natural environments.
• Competitive pay aligned with experience and performance.
• Supportive team and well-organized roster system.

How to apply

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19 Yarrow Street

Invercargill