Sous Chef / Chef De Partie - Central Otago - Summer 2025 / 2026

Overview

The summer season is on its way!

Are you passionate about food experiences?

Would you like to work with a world class wine brand?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and passionate sous chef / chef de partie who can bring their flair for high quality food to create engaging food experiences for our guests this summer season in our restaurant at The Shed for approx.

7 months.

The Shed is open 5 days per week, Wednesday to Sunday, and offers a modern, sharing style menu and utilizing local seasonal produce.

Develop your skills matching dishes to wines and continue our journey elevating the experience for our guests.

Responsibilities

Cooking and preparing high quality dishes

Working closely with the team on all levels

Maintaining health and safety standards

Maintaining food hygiene practices

Ensuring food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes created

Assisting with determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering

Ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines

Supporting the ongoing kitchen responsibilities

Requirements

Minimum one-year relevant experience

Awareness of manual handling techniques

To be able to work autonomously and deliver quality work

An enthusiastic and team-oriented mindset

Willingness to learn new techniques and discover a new gastronomic environment

A high standard of personal presentation with a friendly and genuine attitude

High energy and a positive, pro-active approach with attention to detail

To be adaptable and flexible around the working hours when required

Benefits

A positive and supportive team culture

Staff events and team experiences

Forward-thinking structured professional environment

Focus on employee inclusion, wellbeing and health & safety

Reliable daytime hours (open 5 days per week, Wednesday to Sunday)

A comprehensive induction including an in-depth training on our wine range and brand values

A generous wine and food discount at our cellar door

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