Senior Chef / Agrodome

Lead with manaakitanga. Create unforgettable experiences. Grow your career.

Are you passionate about food, leadership, and cultural connection? Join Ngāi Tahu Tourism as a Senior Chef and play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences that reflect our values and commitment to manaakitanga (hospitality).

About the Role

The purpose of this role is to lead and oversee kitchen operations by supervising and delegating tasks to Cooks and Kitchen Hands. You’ll ensure all food preparation and menu items are delivered to the highest standard, in alignment with our menu and the guidelines set by the Food & Beverage Events Manager. This role is focused on maintaining exceptional quality and consistency to meet and exceed customer expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise and support a team of 5 kaimahi in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Prepare and present menu items to the highest standard
• Champion food safety compliance and maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen
• Manage stock, ordering, and cost control
• Foster a positive team culture and encourage professional growth
• Lead sustainability initiatives and promote the Tiaki Promise
• Embrace cultural confidence and Ngāi Tahu values in your daily work

What We’re Looking For

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

A Safe and Supportive Workplace

At Agrodome, the safety and wellbeing of our kaimahi and manuhiri is a top priority. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and drug-free environment, all successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Ready to lead with passion and purpose?

Apply now and bring your skills to an organisation that cares for its people, its place, and its future.

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