Chinese Chef

Job Title : Chinese Chef

Reports To : Restaurant Manager / General Manager

Employment Type : Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours : Minimum 40 hours per week (including weekends and public holidays)

Pay Rate : NZD 29.00 – 32.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Primary Purpose

To prepare, cook, and present high-quality Chinese cuisine for hotel guests and restaurant customers, ensuring food quality, taste consistency, and hygiene while supporting the daily kitchen operation.

Chinese Chef – Job Advertisement & Job Description

Employer : The Village Inn Hotel & Glowworm Restaurant & Bar

Address : Mokoroa Street, Te Anau, Southland, New Zealand

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1. Job Advertisement

Location : Te Anau, Southland, New Zealand

Employment Type : Permanent Full-Time (minimum 40 hours per week)

Pay Rate : NZD 29.00 – 32.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Company Overview

The Village Inn Hotel is a well-known hospitality business in Te Anau, offering accommodation, dining, and tourism services. Our Glowworm Restaurant & Bar provides authentic Chinese and Western cuisine, dedicated to delivering delicious, healthy dishes and friendly service to guests from all over the world.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Chinese Chef responsible for preparing Chinese dishes, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring food quality. The ideal candidate should have solid culinary skills, extensive experience, and the ability to work independently while maintaining consistent food standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of Chinese dishes (Sichuan, Cantonese, and Northern-style) based on menu and seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure all dishes meet high standards of taste, portion, and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene according to New Zealand food safety regulations.
• Manage procurement, storage, and inventory of kitchen ingredients.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth operation.
• Assist with large group catering and Chinese tour meals.
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff to maintain efficiency and consistency.

Qualifications & Skills

Benefits

Application

Interested applicants, please send your CV and references to Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

2. Job Description

Job Title : Chinese Chef

Reports To : Restaurant Manager / General Manager

Employment Type : Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours : Minimum 40 hours per week (including weekends and public holidays)

Pay Rate : NZD 29.00 – 32.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Primary Purpose

To prepare, cook, and present high-quality Chinese cuisine for hotel guests and restaurant customers, ensuring food quality, taste consistency, and hygiene while supporting the daily kitchen operation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Skills and Experience Required

Working Conditions

Performance Indicators