Cook

NZSki Ltd; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 Peak winter season pass

Discounted meals

Transport to/from mountains

Wellbeing support

Discounts at local eateries and bars

Recognition programmes with prizes

Free ski lessons

Job summary

NZSki Ltd in Queenstown is searching for an experienced Cook to join our ski field kitchen crew at Coronet Peak and The Remarkables. You will help craft exquisite dishes under the guidance of the Head Chef, ensuring top-notch quality while working in a lively and dynamic kitchen environment.

This exciting opportunity combines culinary skills with the thrill of the mountains, making every shift feel like an adventure. A passion for food and outdoor experiences is a must. Apply now and embark on a flavorful journey!

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking within high-volume kitchens is essential.
• Understanding of food hygiene practices is crucial.
• Ability to maintain clean and tidy workspaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items and ski area cuisine according to company recipes.
• Maintain stock control and manage waste.
• Communicate and serve customers effectively.

Skills

Food Safety understanding

Ability to multitask

High personal presentation and hygiene

Education

Food Safety or Basic Cookery certificate

Job description

Are you fuelled by a passion for the outdoors? Is there something indescribable that draws you to the mountains? Let’s chat. Joining our crew is more than just working at a ski field - it’s a lifestyle, seasonal work is a rollercoaster but it’s one that creates lasting memories that you’ll talk about for a lifetime.

Our NZSki community has been growing since 1947 and continues to offer the best experience for our crew, locals, and guests alike. Everyone at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt cares for the mountains and shares a passion for snowsports and the surrounding regions. Our success is due to our awesome customer service, first‑class facilities, majestic scenery, and wild terrain.

Are you an experienced cook ready to trade in the kitchen heat for the crisp mountain air? Join our ski field kitchen crew, where the slopes meet the stovetop, and your spatula becomes a snowboard‑whipping up delectable delights with a side of alpine views. This is not your average kitchen gig; it’s a snow‑capped adventure where every dish is a masterpiece, and your co‑workers are your skibuddies. Get ready to spice up the ski season – apply now and let the culinary snowstorm begin!

Working under the guidance of the Head Chef and Chefs, you will be involved in the daily preparation of food, producing the highest quality products while adhering to all food hygiene practices and to all health and safety policies. This role is not for the faint‑hearted – our outlets are busy! We're looking for kitchen dynamos who laugh in the face of hard work & have had experience cooking in high‑volume kitchens. Amidst the kitchen chaos, we've crafted a place where fun and support reign supreme – like a food fight but with camaraderie instead of condiments!

About the role

Preparation of menu items and ski area cuisine adhering to company recipes, and Head Chef Instructions, to ensure consistency

All mis‑en‑place is prepared fresh with adequate prep, in time for service

Stock control and planning for variances in trading, minimisation of wastage

Communicatingwith&servingcustomers

Alwaysmaintaininga clean and tidy section and kitchen

Completing tasks and necessary record keeping required by the Food Control Plan

Requesting stock via the Storeman or Supply Manager, and delivering to the kitchen

Assistin other areas of the department asrequired

Washing dishes, scrubbingpotsand sterilising equipment

Good communicationwith other kitchen team members and FOH team

About You

Qualificationsarenot essential, but any Food Safety or Basic Cookery certificate are desirable

Must understand basic Food safety practises

Ability to make multitasking appear effortless

High levelof personal presentation and hygiene

Further Information

Location: Queenstown, The Remarkables and/or Coronet Peak

As Kaitiaki of the mountains we have an enduring commitment to our environment, people, and communities to ensure they benefit from our presence and as proud supporters of Winter Pride we’ve pledged to continue to provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Uniform for all roles is provided (just bring your own base layers)

A few other reasons to join our Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt crew:

• 3 Peak winter season pass (Full Time crew)
• Discounted day passes at other ski areas
• Transport to/from mountains.
• Fantastic wellbeing support for all staff
• Nutritional hot crew meals each day (Discounted)
• Discounts at many local eateries, bars, breweries and retail outlets
• Discounts on mountain
• Regularly organised social activities off mountain
• Cool recognition programmes with prizes
• Earn and learn – free ski lessons (Full Time crew)