About the role

You'll work alongside our Head Chef and kitchen team to deliver consistently high-quality food across our busy restaurant service at Mora Wines & Artisan Kitchen in Arrowtown, Queenstown. This is a full-time, fixed-term role from October 2026 until the end of April 2027, with daytime hours.

Key responsibilities

• Running your section confidently and efficiently

• Prep and service

• Maintaining consistently high food and presentation standards

• Supporting the wider kitchen team during busy services

• Following food safety and Food Control Plan requirements

• Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient section

• Assisting with stock control, rotation and reducing wastage

• Contributing positively to a strong, supportive kitchen culture

About you

• Minimum 2+ years' experience as a Chef de Partie

• Confident working in a busy, quality-driven kitchen

• Strong attention to detail and presentation

• Reliable, organised and a great team player

• Able to work confidently across sections

• Good communication skills

• Available to commit through until the end of April 2027

• Legal right to work in New Zealand for the full duration of the contract

About us

Mora Wines & Artisan Kitchen is located in the beautiful Arrowtown area of Queenstown, offering quality, seasonal food and produce in a busy and exciting restaurant environment.

Benefits

• Full-time hours

• Predominantly daytime shifts

• Great pay for the right person

• A strong and supportive kitchen team

• Beautiful Arrowtown location

• Quality, seasonal food and produce