About the role

You'll be working across a fantastic mix of kitchen prep and event work, with everything from beautiful weddings and corporate events, large-scale functions and concerts. No two weeks are quite the same — and that's exactly what makes this role great.

Key responsibilities

• Prep days in the kitchen

• Weddings

• Corporate functions

• Large-scale events and concerts

• On-site event cooking, plating and service

• Working across different locations throughout Queenstown and the surrounding area

• Supporting senior chefs with prep, organisation and event execution

• Running your section confidently in a busy kitchen

• Delivering exceptional food on-site at events

• Working alongside Head and Sous chefs

About you

• Solid experience as a Chef de Partie

• Strong prep, cooking and organisational skills

• Experience in events or high-volume service is a bonus

• Great attention to detail and presentation

• The ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure

• A positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in

• Great communication and teamwork

• High standards around food safety and cleanliness

• Reliability — particularly through the busy summer event season