Head Chef at Euro Staffs

Euro Staffs; Taupo; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A Head Chef is required at Café Lacus, Taupo, to lead our kitchen and craft appealing cafe menus. The role is full-time, on-site, with a pay rate of $40–$45 per hour depending on experience.

Responsibilities include menu planning, cost estimation, quality control, training staff, and ensuring food safety compliance. Minimum 30–40 hours per week with permanent full-time status.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience, or an NZQF Diploma in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Create and plan cafe menus, daily specials, and cabinet food.
• Estimate food and labour costs.
• Monitor the quality and presentation of dishes.
• Lead kitchen staff and coordinate prep and service.
• Prepare and cook food.
• Follow and enforce food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Ensure compliance with local food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Education

NZQF Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Head Chef Company: Amaira Batta Limited trading as Café Lacus

Location: 650 Lake Terrace, Taupo

Pay Rate: $40 - $45 depending on your experience

Hours per week – Minimum 30 hours – Maximum - 40 Hours

Type – Permanent full time

We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our Kitchen at Café Lacus at Taupo.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant experience, or a New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) Diploma in a relevant field.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and plan to appeal cafe menus, daily specials, and cabinet food.
• Estimate food and labour costs.
• Monitor the quality and presentation of dishes.
• Lead food preparation.
• Prepare and cook food.
• Follow and enforce food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Select and train kitchen staff.
• Freeze and preserve food when required.
• Ensure compliance with local food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards

Pay: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person