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Are you an experienced cook ready to trade in the kitchen heat for the crisp mountain air? Join our ski field kitchen crew, where the slopes meet the stovetop, and your spatula becomes a snowboard - whipping up delectable delights with a side of alpine views. This is not your average kitchen gig; it's a snow-capped adventure where every dish is a masterpiece, and your co-workers are your ski buddies. Get ready to spice up the ski season – apply now and let the culinary snowstorm begin!

Working under the guidance of the Head Chef and Chefs, you will be involved in the daily preparation of food, producing the highest quality products while adhering to all food hygiene practices and to all health and safety policies. This role is not for the faint-hearted – our outlets are busy! We're looking for kitchen dynamos who laugh in the face of hard work & have had experience cooking in high volume kitchens. Amidst the kitchen chaos, we've crafted a place where fun and support reign supreme – like a food fight but with camaraderie instead of condiments!

About the role

Preparation of menu items and ski area cuisine adhering to company recipes, and Head Chef Instructions, to ensure consistency

All mis-en-place is prepared fresh with adequate prep, in time for service

Stock control and planning for variances in trading, minimisation of wastage

Communicating with & serving customers

Always maintaining a clean and tidy section and kitchen

Completing tasks and necessary record keeping required by the Food Control Plan

Requesting stock via the Storeman or Supply Manager, and delivering to the kitchen

Assist in other areas of the department as required

Washing dishes, scrubbing pots and sterilising equipment

Good communication with other kitchen team members and FOH team

About You

Previous experience in a commercial or high volume kitchen is essential

Qualifications are not essential, but any Food Safety or Basic Cookery certificate are desirable

Must understand basic Food safety practises

Ability to make multitasking appear effortless

Excellent customer service skills

High level of personal presentation and hygiene

Further Information

Location: Queenstown, The Remarkables and/or Coronet Peak