NZ Chef/Cook — Visa Sponsorship & Growth

BuildRight Construction AU; Tasman; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full visa sponsorship under NZ AEWV

Supportive hospitality team

Job summary

BuildRight Construction AU in New Zealand is seeking an experienced Chef or Cook to build a professional hospitality career in a dynamic New Zealand setting. The role targets skilled culinary professionals with proven kitchen experience, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to deliver consistent food quality in a professional environment.

You will join a supportive hospitality team with visa sponsorship options for eligible candidates and ongoing opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef or experienced Cook in a professional kitchen environment
• Strong understanding of commercial kitchen operations and food standards
• Experience with food costing, stock control, and wastage management

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting high-quality meals while maintaining consistent kitchen standards
• Managing daily food preparation, cooking processes, and service requirements
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and workplace cleanliness standards are maintained
• Contributing ideas for seasonal menus, specials, and kitchen improvements
• Managing portion sizes, food costs, yields, and wastage control
• Supporting stock management, ordering processes, and inventory control
• Maintaining efficient kitchen systems to support smooth operations
• Working effectively during busy service periods while maintaining attention to detail
• Assisting with training and supporting junior kitchen team members
• Helping achieve commercial kitchen goals through cost awareness and quality control

Skills

Proven kitchen experience

Strong commercial awareness

Education

Relevant culinary qualifications

Job description

BuildRight Construction AU in New Zealand is seeking an experienced Chef or Cook to build a professional hospitality career in a dynamic New Zealand setting. The role targets skilled culinary professionals with proven kitchen experience, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to deliver consistent food quality in a professional environment.

You will join a supportive hospitality team with visa sponsorship options for eligible candidates and ongoing opportunities.