Nelson- CHEF

TRN; Nelson; On-site; NZD 27,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

8% holiday pay

Variety of venues

Summer casual shifts

Job summary

The Recruitment Network in Nelson is seeking a casual chef to join our team for the busy summer season. You will work across pub, bar and restaurant kitchens, handling line cooking, fryer work and classic pub meals.

We offer regular shifts with flexibility to fit your availability, plus weekly pay and 8% holiday pay. This role provides variety across hospitality venues as the season progresses.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen as a chef or cook.
• Confidence with line cooking and fryer work during busy service periods.
• Reliable, positive attitude and ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility to pick up regular shifts over the summer; NZ work rights.

Responsibilities

• Work on the line in busy pub, bar and restaurant kitchens.
• Prepare and cook a range of menu items, including fryer food, burgers and grills.
• Maintain food quality, kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Support the wider kitchen team during busy service periods.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Line cooking

Fryer work

Team player

Job description

Casual Chef Nelson

Are you a chef looking for regular work over the summer in Nelson? The Recruitment Network is looking for reliable, experienced chefs to join our casual team, working across pub, bar and restaurant-style kitchens. This is a great opportunity to pick up regular shifts throughout the busy summer season, with flexibility to fit around your availability.

What You'll Be Doing

• Working on the line in busy pub, bar and restaurant kitchens.
• Preparing and cooking a range of menu items, including fryer food, burgers, grills and other classic pub meals.
• Maintaining food quality, kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Supporting the wider kitchen team during busy service periods.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working in a commercial kitchen as a chef or cook.
• Confidence with line cooking, fryer work and busy service periods.
• A reliable, positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility to pick up regular shifts over the summer.
• The right to work in New Zealand.

Why Work With TRN?

• Regular opportunities throughout the busy summer season.
• Flexible casual shifts to suit your availability.
• Weekly pay, with 8% holiday pay on top.
• The opportunity to work across a variety of hospitality venues.