Commis Chef - Pastry

Amisfield; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to develop skills

Supportive team environment

Focus on quality ingredients

Job summary

A fine dining establishment in Queenstown is looking for an early-career Commis Chef – Pastry to join their award-winning kitchen team. This role offers a unique opportunity to support the preparation and service of refined desserts while learning in a world-class environment. Ideal candidates have previous kitchen experience, a passion for pastry, and a positive attitude. Flexibility for rostered shifts, including evenings and weekends, is essential. Apply to build a strong foundation in a dynamic team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or pastry environment.
• Genuine interest in pastry, desserts, and fine dining.
• Flexible to work rostered shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and service of pastry and dessert components.
• Follow recipes with accuracy and consistency.
• Support service periods with strong organisation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Ability to work under pressure

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Job description

Amisfield Restaurant is seeking a Commis Chef - Pastry to join our award-winning kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career chef with a passion for pastry to develop their skills in a world-class fine dining environment.

In this role you will support the preparation, execution, and service of refined, seasonal desserts that reflect Amisfield’s philosophy of provenance, precision, and excellence. You’ll work closely with a talented and supportive team, using regional and ethically sourced ingredients, while building strong technical foundations in pastry.

About the Role

• Assist with the preparation and service of pastry and dessert components for daily service
• Follow recipes, methods, and plating specifications with accuracy and consistency
• Support service periods with strong organisation, pace, and attention to detail
• Assist with recipe development, testing, and refinement under guidance
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient pastry section
• Support stock rotation, mise en place, deliveries, and temperature monitoring
• Uphold the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams

About You

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or pastry environment
• A genuine interest in pastry, desserts, and fine dining
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Calm and reliable under pressure
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and pride in your work
• Flexible to work rostered shifts, including evenings and weekends

Why Amisfield

At Amisfield, we are deeply connected to place and season. We value curiosity, craftsmanship, and teamwork, and we are committed to creating an environment where chefs can learn, grow, and take pride in what they do. If you’re looking to build a strong foundation in pastry while working at the highest level of hospitality, we’d love to hear from you.