🐋 Chef de Partie / Sous Chef Pathway

📍 Hāpuku Lodge & Treehouses, Kaikōura, New Zealand 💰 NZD $29–$32 per hour 🕒 Full-Time Opportunity Work in one of New Zealand's most breathtaking luxury lodges. Nestled beneath mountains and beside the Pacific Ocean, Hāpuku Lodge is famous for exceptional accommodation, outstanding cuisine, and unforgettable guest experiences. This is an opportunity to work with premium local produce while living in one of New Zealand's wildlife capitals. Role You'll take ownership of your kitchen section while supporting the Head Chef in delivering high-end dining experiences. Responsibilities include: Running daily prep and service Training junior chefs Managing food quality standards Supporting menu development Stock control and ordering Maintaining food safety compliance Working closely with the wider lodge team ChefJobs Abroad Analysis This role offers one of the best combinations of lifestyle and culinary development currently available in New Zealand. Kaikōura is famous for whale watching, surfing, hiking, fishing, and mountain scenery. Combined with luxury lodge dining and locally sourced ingredients, chefs gain experience that is highly respected across the hospitality industry. Best Fit Perfect for chefs who: Enjoy fine dining environments Love local and seasonal produce Want a lifestyle destination Value work-life balance Are interested in future Sous Chef progression