Hotel Operations Leader: Guest Experience & F&B Excellence

Hind Management; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

J & L Takeaways Limited is seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to join our Kaikoura kitchen team. You will prepare high-quality dishes, uphold kitchen standards, and contribute to a professional working environment.

We value a love for food, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. If you have strong cooking skills and a positive mindset, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience, or a qualification of level 4 or above.
• A love for food and delivering quality dishes.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and food safety.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a high standard.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen safety.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering, and minimise waste.
• Store and label ingredients correctly and handle them safely.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house staff for smooth service.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and daily specials.
• Manage food preparation during busy service periods.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and workplace health and safety rules.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen.

Skills

Culinary skills

Time management

Teamwork

Food safety

Under pressure

Education

Level 4 qualification or higher

Job description

Chef

Job Description

Chef

Location: Kaikoura
Employment Type: Full-time
Employer : J & L Takeaways Limited

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate, skilled, and motivated Chef to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will take pride in preparing high-quality dishes, maintaining excellent kitchen standards, and contributing to a positive and professional working environment.

If you have a love for food, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard.

• Ensure all food is prepared according to recipes, specifications, and quality standards.

• Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen safety practices.

• Monitor food stock levels, assist with ordering, and minimise food waste.

• Ensure ingredients are stored, labelled, and handled correctly.

• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

• Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and daily specials where required.

• Manage food preparation and cooking during busy service periods.

• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and workplace health and safety requirements.

• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience, or a qualification of at least level 4 or above.

• A genuine passion for food, cooking, and delivering quality dishes.

• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and food safety.

• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.

Please note this is a full time position with a guaranted hours of at least 30 hours per week.