Chef

at  Encounter Kaikoura

Based at the operating hub; we are more than just a Café, with a retail store, gallery, conference room and marine based tours.

We are looking for a capable and motivated person with a positive attitude to join our team. Ideally applicants will have experience in a similar environment and the role will include:

• Delivery of our short order menu including both breakfast and lunch service.
• Creating a variety of appetizing cabinet food, delicious daily fresh baking and innovative blackboard specials.
• Monitoring quality and consistency at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Contributing to menu development and changes.
• Maintaining kitchen hygiene, demonstrating a good understanding of Food & Safety standards, ensuring compliance with H&S regulations.
• Supporting our Head Chef in leading the Kitchen team and taking ownership of this in the Head Chef’s absence.
• We would like to talk to applicants with good communication skills, plenty of energy and a strong work ethic who take pride in what they do.

We are open 7 days, daytime hours, between 6.30am and 4.00pm.
Kaikoura is a vibrant small town with fantastic recreation and lifestyle options. We offer great benefits, with a generous team member discount and the option to join our ocean wildlife tours on your days off. We have a supportive working environment offering training and an interest in your development and job satisfaction.
Applicants for this positions should be able to legally work in NZ and fluent in English

• Delivery of our short order menu including both breakfast and lunch service.
• Creating a variety of appetizing cabinet food, delicious daily fresh baking and innovative blackboard specials.
• Monitoring quality and consistency at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Contributing to menu development and changes.
• Maintaining kitchen hygiene, demonstrating a good understanding of Food & Safety standards, ensuring compliance with H&S regulations.
• Supporting our Head Chef in leading the Kitchen team and taking ownership of this in the Head Chef’s absence.
• We would like to talk to applicants with good communication skills, plenty of energy and a strong work ethic who take pride in what they do