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    22 hours ago


    Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand Ramada Queenstown Central Full-time NZD 50,000 - NZD 70,000 Contract

    Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Ramada Queenstown Central – Queenstown, South Island Coco Cabana is located inside the Ramada Queenstown Central Hotel, an iconic 4-star hotel with fabulous views of Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. We are looking for an...

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    22 hours ago


    Arrowtown, Otago, New Zealand BuildRight Construction AU Full-time NZD 55,000 - NZD 75,000 Contract

    The...

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    22 hours ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Accor Full-time NZD 50,000 - NZD 70,000 Contract

    Purpose As our Chef, you will be a vital member of our culinary team, where the kitchen becomes your creative space and flavours come alive on each plate. Bring your passion and imagination, and as a team create dishes that leave wonderful memories. Primary Responsibilities Take charge of your designated kitchen area to ensure smooth service delivery, ready...

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    22 hours ago


    Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand KiwiQuest Full-time NZD 37,000 - NZD 44,000 Contract

    Hospitality & Food Service $27.0 - 32.0/h 4 days ago Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand Work Style Physical 7/10 Creative 6/10 Pace 8/10 Structure 7/10 Pressure 8/10 Travel 1/10 Hours 9/10 Description Chefs prepare quality menu items and manage kitchen sections across Wolf Hospitality Group venues in Queenstown while supporting service, ordering and team...

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    2 days ago


    Nelson, New Zealand Summerset Retirement Villages Full-time NZD 55,000 - NZD 75,000 Contract

    Company Description: You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents. Job...

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    2 days ago


    New Zealand NZSki Ltd Full-time NZD 50,000 - NZD 80,000 Contract

    9 Duke Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Posted Tuesday, 19 May 2026 at 10:00 am - Get ready to ride the culinary slopes with us – our food outlets are the bustling heartbeats of the ski areas, and we need a Chef ready to carve through the challenge of feeding thousands at altitude! If you're not afraid to mix a dash of adventure with a sprinkle of...

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    2 days ago


    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Oceania Group Full-time NZD 28,000 - NZD 41,000 Contract

    The role Our Awatere Village in Hamilton are looking for a casual Chef to join their talented kitchen team. What you’ll be doing: Expressing your creativity and passion for cooking Delivering top class customer service to a high standard and quality Supporting the provisions of foodservice operations under the direction of senior management. Constantly...

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    2 days ago


    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Oceania Full-time NZD 42,000 - NZD 64,000 Contract

    The role The Bayview Village in Tauranga are looking for a fixed-term full-time Chef to join their talented kitchen team. The days of work for this role is Saturday to Wednesday What you’ll be doing: Expressing your creativity and passion for cookingDelivering top class customer service to a high standard and qualitySupporting the provisions of foodservice...

  • Chef

    3 days ago


    West Coast, New Zealand Ampersand Limited Full-time NZD 32 Contract

    Cooks in Auckland City can expect to earn between NZ $22 to NZ $30 per hour. This range can vary based on experience, the type of establishment, and specific responsibilities. Higher-paying roles may exist for specialized chefs or those in senior positions. Leading hospitality groups and popular restaurants are often the top employers for cooks in...

  • Chef

    3 days ago


    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Oceania Group Full-time NZD 52,000 - NZD 70,000 Contract

    The roleThe Bayview Village in Tauranga are looking for a fixed-term full-time Chef to join their talented kitchen team.The days of work for this role is Saturday to WednesdayWhat you’ll be doing:Expressing your creativity and passion for cookingDelivering top class customer service to a high standard and qualitySupporting the provisions of foodservice...

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    3 days ago


    Southland, New Zealand AWF New Zealand Full-time NZD 55,000 - NZD 72,000 Contract

    Chef / Experienced Cook Wanted - Milford Sound Cruise VesselsLooking for more than four walls and a stove? Join a fantastic team operating day cruise vessels in the world-famous Milford Sound. This is a unique opportunity for a Chef or experienced Cook to combine your passion for food with an incredible lifestyle, surrounded by some of New Zealand's most...

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    3 days ago


    Nelson, New Zealand BuildRight Construction AU Full-time NZD 60,000 - NZD 85,000 Contract

    BringyourprovenAsianculinaryskillsintoaprofessionalhospitalityenvironmentwhereconsistency,discipline,andqualitymatter. WearelookingforanexperiencedAsianChefwhocandemonstrategenuinehands-onkitchenexpertiseandconsistentlydeliverdishestoestablishedrecipesandpresentationstandards.Theroleissuitedtoachefwhotakesprideintheirwork,followsprofessionalkitchensystems,an...

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    3 days ago


    Northland, New Zealand BuildRight Construction AU Full-time NZD 60,000 - NZD 90,000 Contract

    AnestablishedhospitalitybusinessinNorthland,NewZealandislookingforanexperiencedChefwhocandemonstrategenuinehands-onexpertiseinIndianandintercontinentalcuisine.Thisopportunityissuitedtoaprofessionalwhocanbringprovencookingability,consistentfoodstandardsandreliablekitchenorganisationtoanestablishedfoodoperation. Therolecombineshands-oncookingwithpreparationpla...

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    3 days ago


    Arthur's Pass, Canterbury, New Zealand KiwiQuest Full-time NZD 34,000 - NZD 48,000 Contract

    Hospitality & Food Service $0.9 - 1.1/h 4 days agoArthur's Pass, Canterbury, New ZealandWork StylePhysical 7/10Creative 7/10Pace 8/10Structure 7/10Pressure 8/10Travel 1/10Hours 8/10DescriptionA chef will help reopen The Chalet Hotel in Arthur’s Pass by preparing European Alpine-inspired food with a New Zealand touch in a mountain...

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    3 days ago


    Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand BuildRight Construction AU Full-time NZD 45,000 - NZD 65,000 Contract

    AfantasticopportunityisavailableforskilledandpassionateChefstojoinathrivinghospitalityteaminSouthCanterbury,NewZealand.Thisroleisidealforchefswhoenjoycreatingqualitydishes,workinginadynamickitchenenvironment,andbeingpartofaprofessionalteamthatvaluesexcellenceandteamwork. Thepositionoffersbothpermanentandseasonalemploymentoptions,providingflexibilityforexperi...

  • Chef

    3 days ago


    Nelson, New Zealand Oceania Group Full-time NZD 30,000 - NZD 47,000 Contract

    The role Our Green Gables Village in Nelson are looking for a casual Chef to join their talented kitchen team. What you’ll be doing: Expressing your creativity and passion for cooking Delivering top class customer service to a high standard and quality Supporting the provisions of foodservice operations under the direction of senior management. Constantly...

  • Chef

    3 days ago


    Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand Global Vision Recruitment Full-time NZD 105,000 Contract

    Job Description Global Vision Recruitment on Behalf of Mega Star Investments Pty Ltd T/A Swagath Spice Kitchen Date Posted: August 07, 2026 Position: Chef Salary: $79,000-$85,000 per annum plus 12% superannuation Hours: 38 hours per week Mode: Full-time Location: 1/117 Glen Huntly Road, Glen Huntly, VIC 3163 Experience required: Minimum 1 year experience in...

  • Chef

    3 days ago


    Southland, New Zealand HW Richardson Group Full-time NZD 68,000 Contract

    Competitive wage based on the candidate's skills and experience Training and development Competitive wage based on the candidate's skills and experience Health insurance after 12 months service Training and development Staff referral scheme Long service benefits About us: The Grille is the hospitality hub of Bill Richardson Transport World, catering for...

  • Chef

    3 days ago


    Bay of plenty, New Zealand CGR Services Full-time NZD 70,000 Contract

    The Bayview Village in Tauranga are looking for a fixed-term full-time Chef to join their talented kitchen team. The days of work for this role is Saturday to Wednesday What you’ll be doing: Expressing your creativity and passion for cooking Delivering top class customer service to a high standard and quality Supporting the provisions of foodservice...

  • Chef

    3 days ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Poppies Cafe And Restaurant Full-time NZD 72,000 Contract

    Poppies Cafe is looking for an experienced Chef, ideally with a minimum of 2 years experience working in restaurants as a chef de partie,to join our team - working closely alongside our head chef and front of house manager. We are based in Twizel in the Mackenzie region, a great place to base yourself for the upcoming summer season. Mt cook is a stones throw...

Key skills for chef
Plan menus Maintain kitchen equipment at correct temperature Use reheating techniques Develop food waste reduction strategies Use food cutting tools Use culinary finishing techniques Design indicators for food waste reduction Handover the food preparation area

Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)

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