Senior Cdp

Highwater is an award winning Eatery. We serve some of the best produce-driven modern NZ cuisine in Wellington.

We offer dishes and beverages that are; sustainable, seasonal, flavoursome and of the highest quality and consistency - nearly everything we deliver from the kitchen to the table are made entirely in-house.

Our stunning open plan kitchen is led by our Head Chef with 20+ years of experience which presents an exceptional opportunity for an established chef to assist the head chef in all aspects of the running of the kitchen.

The role itself involves prep, running a section, assisting with managing Junior Chef's and general kitchen duties while ensuring quality, timelines and consistency is maintained.

There will be the opportunity to learn how to make small goods, butchery, cure, pickle, ferment and smoke, to have some creative input and learn about wine - if that's your thing.

We are a close knit team - so your personality, teamwork, commitment, positive attitude and work ethic are also really important attributes for this role.

For this role, you will need to have;

• Previous cooking experience
• A desire to achieve to the best of your ability
• Attention to detail
• A willingness and the ability to follow instructions for safety and consistency.
• A high standard of cleanliness
• Pride in what you do

What we offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• A positive, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Staff meals
• Discounted food and drinks
• The opportunity to work with and learn more about NZ's best produce & producers
• On the job training and development
• The opportunity for advancement within the business
• 2 annual close downs which means guaranteed winter & summer holiday breaks
• A shining addition to your CV in having worked in one of Wellingtons best restaurants
• Invaluable on the job skills

We are currently open Wednesday to Saturday

Working holiday visa applicants are welcome to apply

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Part-time hours: per week

Salary:
$ $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free drinks
• Free food
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wellington City, Wellington: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

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