Chef / Cook

The Whakapapa whānau are a small but ambitious team, running year-round operations on the northern slopes of Mt Ruapehu. In winter, from June until October, this includes a world-class ski area. In summer, from December until April, this includes our summer sightseeing operation, heroing our iconic Sky Waka gondola. Each year we welcome hundreds of thousands of manuhiri (guests) to Whakapapa, many with life-long connections to the maunga (mountain) and surrounding region, some even third or fourth generation.
- Mō te tūnga | About the role_

Do you have a passion for food? Whether you're creating a burger that makes us drool or prepping for a busy day in one of our cafe's, our chef's take pride in presenting food options for all of our guests no matter which outlet they're working in. We have a need for Chefs and Cooks that can be flexible with the type of food that is being served each day.

Working alongside the Head Chef in the day-to-day kitchen duties, preparation and coordination of particular sections of kitchen production is what the bulk of the job entails. Other daily tasks include:

- Ensuring quality standards are maintained with respect to food presentation, cooked properly and delivered on time.
- Understanding all outlet menus & recipes and be able to follow recipes and instructions carefully.
- Preparing and cooking appropriate amounts of stock to meet demand and minimise waste.
- Assisting with preparation and placement of stock orders within set time frames and conducting stocktakes.
- Ensuring the necessary stocks are on hand at the right quality and quantity.
- Ensuring food service is in accordance with customer orders in a manner and time frame that optimises service quality.
- Ensure kitchen areas are prepared, cleared and maintained for food preparation and storage in accordance with departmental and industry guidelines.
- Ensure all rubbish and recycling is removed from storage locations to disposal areas and distributed correctly.
- Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako ōu | Your skills and experience_
- Ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of people.
- Commitment to a strong customer service ethic.
- Punctual and reliable.
- High energy levels.
- Chef:

- Exceptional communication skills
- Level 3 or 4 New Zealand Certificate in Hospitality (Professional Cookery) or similar international qualification and/or experience
- Previous experience training and assisting new cooks/chefs
- Cook:

- 2 years cooking experience (Desirable).
- Kitchen Attendant:

- A passion for food and one year experience working in a kitchen (Desirable).
- Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer_

Gear up for the ultimate work adventure at Whakapapa. Joining Whakapapa unlocks a number of perks including exclusive food and beverage, and retail discounts, for use in Whakapapa’s cafes and store.

We also offer an accommodation option to staff on request.

Your Whakapapa whānau experience is not just a job: you will build lifelong memories and experiences in one of the most beautiful and culturally significant places on earth

Remuneration range
- Kitchen Attendant / Cook - $23.15 to $24.74 depending on experience
- Chef - $24.74 to $31.46 depending on experience**On October 27, 2023, Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Limited was put into Receivership with Brendon Gibson and Neale Jackson appointed as Receivers. They transferred ownership of the Tūroa ski area to Pure Tūroa Limited in April 2024 and are continuing to work on the sale of Whakapapa.