Seasonal Kitchen Assistant — Weekend Prep & Support

Cloudy Bay; Cromwell Community; Hybrid; NZD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wine and merchandise discounts

Staff events

Vineyard work environment

Wellbeing and safety culture

Job summary

Cloudy Bay is seeking a motivated Kitchen Hand to assist our Chef and Sous Chef in a busy kitchen. You will rapidly take direction, contribute to consistent dish quality, and uphold health and safety standards.

The role runs through the summer season, with open hours Wednesday to Sunday, requiring weekend and public holiday availability from December 2026 to April 2027. Enjoy a stunning vineyard environment with staff events and generous discounts on wine, food, and merchandise.

Qualifications

• Eagerness to support and be part of a strong team.
• Awareness of manual handling techniques.
• Able to work autonomously and deliver quality work.
• Honest and deliberate communication with a team-first mindset.
• High energy and proactive approach with attention to detail.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and knife handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef and Sous Chef with daily food prep.
• Ensure all dishes are processed efficiently and meet high standards.
• Maintain health and safety and food hygiene practices.
• Monitor food quality and maintain consistent standards.
• Assist with stock arrivals and put-away processes.
• Support the kitchen team during busy periods and weekends.

Skills

Team player

Fast learner

Autonomous work

Attention to detail

Effective communicator

Knife skills

Job description

Cloudy Bay is seeking a motivated Kitchen Hand to assist our Chef and Sous Chef in a busy kitchen. You will rapidly take direction, contribute to consistent dish quality, and uphold health and safety standards.

The role runs through the summer season, with open hours Wednesday to Sunday, requiring weekend and public holiday availability from December 2026 to April 2027. Enjoy a stunning vineyard environment with staff events and generous discounts on wine, food, and merchandise.