Welcome to Kamana Lakehouse: Be Part of Our Journey to Excellence At Kamana Lakehouse, we are not just Queenstown's top-rated independent boutique hotel—we are on a mission to become the region's most prestigious brand.
Known for delivering personalized luxury hospitality and breathtaking views, Kamana Lakehouse is setting the standard for exceptional guest experiences.
Our path to growth is driven by Accountability, Professionalism, Equality, and Respect—core values that shape every aspect of our work and define how we engage with our guests, colleagues, and community.
As we strive for excellence, these values ensure that we stay true to our mission of providing unmatched service while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
With ambitious plans for the future, we are constantly evolving, and we want the very best talent to join us on this exciting journey.
As we continue to build on our reputation for excellence, we are looking for individuals who share our vision and values to help us create a legacy of luxury, service, and unforgettable experiences.
What will my day look like as a Chef at Kamana?
You could be serving up smoked salmon on our house-made bagels during breakfast, preparing a palate cleanser for our degustation menu during dinner service, or you could be creating special moments for any number of events, but what will remain the same is your dedication to exceptional service standards, and ensuring our guest's experience meets their expectations.
Ensuring that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetically pleasing way Preparing specific food items and meal components at your station.Collaborating with the rest of the culinary team to ensure high-quality food and service.Improving your food preparation methods based on feedback.
Assisting in other areas of the kitchen when requiredKnowledge of new developments in food nutrition, food technology and cooking methods About you Work efficiently as part the team and follow the chain of commandExcellent listening and communication skills.Knowledge of best practices for safety and sanitation.Passion for delivering great food and service.Multitasking and organizational ability.Available to work shifts during weekends and holidays.Be able to identify quality of foodAbility to follow recipesEnsure consistency of produceCompliance with food labeling and temperature controlsContinually strive to achieve personal goals and objectives What We Offer:A fantastic opportunity to join Queenstown's fastest-growing hotel brand, with significant potential for career advancement as we continue to expand.A supportive team of like-minded professionals dedicated to personal growth, teamwork, and success.Competitive pay, flexible working hours, and fast-tracked career progression for high performers.Daily staff meals specially curated by our talented chef.Discounted gym membership