Chef de Partie

waidininggroup; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meal

Staff drink

Staff discount

Accommodation help

Career progression

Professional development

Supportive management

Job summary

Wai Hospitality Group is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie for their Queenstown venues, Public Italian Kitchen, Finz Seafood & Grill, and Bella Cucina. This is a full-time permanent position in a professional kitchen that values quality produce and hospitality.

You will work across all sections, maintain high standards, and support junior chefs while ensuring food safety and consistency. Accommodation help may be available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in a professional commercial kitchen, or
• A recognised cookery qualification with at least 1 year of commercial kitchen experience.
• A genuine passion for food and hospitality.
• A positive attitude, reliability and strong work ethic.
• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Working across all sections of the kitchen.
• Assisting with ordering, stock control and food preparation.
• Maintaining portion control and minimising waste.
• Training and supporting junior chefs.
• Maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene standards.
• Working closely with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Contributing ideas and helping deliver exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Cookery qualification

Food safety standards

Communication skills

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Education

Cookery qualification

Job description

Public Italian Kitchen | Finz Seafood & Grill | Bella Cucina

Chef de Partie | Queenstown | Full-time | Permanent

Passionate about great food? So are we.

Wai Hospitality Group operates three of Queenstown's most established restaurants – Public Italian Kitchen, Finz Seafood & Grill, and Bella Cucina. Each venue has its own style and identity, but we all share the same philosophy - exceptional food, genuine hospitality, and a positive team culture.

We're looking for experienced Chef de Parties who take pride in their craft, enjoy working with quality produce, and want to be part of a professional kitchen where standards matter.

If you're an ambitious chef looking for a long-term opportunity in one of New Zealand's leading hospitality destinations, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Working across all sections of the kitchen.
• Assisting with ordering, stock control and food preparation.
• Maintaining portion control and minimising waste.
• Training and supporting junior chefs.
• Maintaining excellent food safety and hygiene standards.
• Working closely with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Contributing ideas and helping deliver exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

What we're looking for

• At least 3 years' experience in a professional commercial kitchen, or
• A recognised cookery qualification with at least 1 year of commercial kitchen experience.
• A genuine passion for food and hospitality.
• A positive attitude, reliability and strong work ethic.
• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What we offer

• Competitive pay of $29.66–$32.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Full-time permanent employment.
• Rostered shifts across Monday to Sunday.
• Staff meal and drink every shift.
• 40% staff discount across all Wai Hospitality Group venues.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A supportive, stable and experienced management team.
• Accommodation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

Right to work

We welcome applications from New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, and holders of valid New Zealand work visas. Wai Hospitality Group is an Accredited Employer, and for exceptional overseas candidates who meet our requirements, Accredited Employer Work Visa support may be available.

If you're looking for more than just another kitchen job and want to build your career with a respected hospitality group, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more about us:

www.publickitchen.co.nz | www.finzseafoodandgrill.co.nz | www.bellacucina.co.nz