Senior Sous Chef — Lead High-Impact, Quality Kitchen Team

Qjumpers; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gondola rides

Free staff meals

Staff accommodation options

$1 coffees

Job summary

Qjumpers in Queenstown seeks an enthusiastic Sous Chef to support daily kitchen operations. You will report to the Executive Chef and lead a collaborative team to deliver high-quality dishes with passion and consistency, inspiring high performance and a positive work culture.

We value strong communication, culinary creativity and a genuine interest in hospitality. This role offers a dynamic environment, opportunities for growth, and staff benefits within a growing international organisation.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of kitchen experience or relevant qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience within hospitality or food production operations.
• Experience in stock control, food costing and production planning.
• Ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, service delivery and quality management.
• A 'can do' attitude and excellent communication skills.
• A passion for providing fantastic service and a genuine interest to work in the hospitality industry.
• Enjoy working with a fun, diverse team.
• Able to produce a quality product and maintain a high level of food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
• Lead and develop high-performing kitchen teams.
• Oversee stock control, food costing and production planning.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene across all kitchen activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

Culinary creativity

Team building

Fast-paced environment

Education

6+ years kitchen experience or relevant qualification

Job description

Qjumpers in Queenstown seeks an enthusiastic Sous Chef to support daily kitchen operations. You will report to the Executive Chef and lead a collaborative team to deliver high-quality dishes with passion and consistency, inspiring high performance and a positive work culture.

We value strong communication, culinary creativity and a genuine interest in hospitality. This role offers a dynamic environment, opportunities for growth, and staff benefits within a growing international organisation.