About the role
You'll run a section during dinner service and help with prep, ordering, stock rotation, cleaning and closing procedures, all while keeping to our recipes and standards. As you settle in, you can get involved in menu development, specials, recipe costing and our kitchen systems if you'd like to learn more.
Key responsibilities
- Run a section during dinner service
- Help with prep, ordering, stock rotation, cleaning and closing procedures
- Keep to recipes and standards
- Get involved in menu development, specials, recipe costing and kitchen systems
- Support the team and help train others
About you
- Has solid experience in a busy, high-volume kitchen
- Is organised, reliable and a strong communicator
- Can think on their feet and keep up with a fast-paced service
- Takes pride in consistency, presentation and food safety
- Supports the team and is happy to help train others
- Is comfortable learning and using digital kitchen systems
- Can work evenings and weekends
- Already in New Zealand and have the right to work here
Benefits
- Competitive pay, plus weekly performance bonuses and weekly tips
- 2 set days off each week to explore Fiordland
- Staff meals and drinks
- Industry-leading training and professional development
- A real opportunity to grow your career as a chef
- Great systems and modern kitchen technology
- A professional, supportive and encouraging kitchen
- Help finding accommodation if needed
- Dinner service only, although we're open 7 days over summer
About us
The Fat Duck Restaurant is a popular, award-winning gastropub in Te Anau, on the doorstep of Fiordland National Park. With world-class hiking, lakes and outdoor activities just outside, it's a great place to spend the summer. We take our food seriously, but we still enjoy ourselves along the way. We believe in working hard, working smart and being part of a great team.