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Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Hospoworld ResourcingCentral Otago, Otago, NZ
2 days ago
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Sous Chef | Otago

Join a small, quality-focused kitchen as a Sous Chef for a 7-month contract, supporting lunch service Wed-Sun and covering for the Head Chef in Nov.

Sous Chef - 7-Month Contract

We're looking for a motivated and skilled Sous Chef to join a small, passionate kitchen team. The role is set in a stunning Central Otago vineyard location, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and a relaxed, inspiring environment. The venue is known for its elegant, intimate dining experiences, offering a close-knit team the chance to work in a beautifully maintained, high-quality kitchen. This is a rare opportunity to combine hands-on culinary work with the energy of a picturesque, award-winning setting.

The Role :

  • Support the head chef in running the kitchen during lunch service (Wednesday-Sunday)
  • Daytime hours Wednesday to Sunday between 8 am and 5pm occasionally late.
  • Handle small, focused lunch service with sharing style menu.
  • Work closely with a team of 3 (including a chef, sous, and kitchen hand)
  • Take ownership of quality, consistency, and smooth service, especially during peak times
  • Ad-hoc events may arise; flexibility to assist when needed
  • Fill in for the head chef for a couple of weeks at the end of November

Requirements :

  • Proven experience as a sous chef or similar kitchen leadership role
  • Ability to operate in a small, high-quality, detail-focused kitchen
  • Strong prep, timing, and team coordination skills
  • Passion for delivering excellent food for small groups
  • Availability to start asap  or within 2 -4 weeks
  • Details :

  • Contract : 7 months
  • Days : Wednesday-Sunday
  • Hours : Daytime; prep before service
  • Rate : $34-$38 per hour depending on experience
  • This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate who thrives in a hands-on role and wants to step up in a small, quality-driven kitchen environment.

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