Soda is a dazzling Venue on the Queenstown Lakefront that offers a bustling atmosphere and full-flavoured dishes with modern interpretations of Mediterranean inspired cuisine with fresh NZ produce. The flavours are big; the energy is high, and the pace is upbeat. SODA's menu is full flavoured and does the simple things really well. With modern interpretations of Mediterranean inspired cuisine with fresh NZ produce, the SODA food experience is designed to share, with a lovely mix of antipasti to start, followed by a mix of small and larger plates. Of course, each and every plate is a work of art. Our brand-new solid fuel grill is a wonderful piece of equipment to cook food with magical woodfired flavours. In Soda's first year of business, the restaurant already has a great reputation with both locals and tourists. We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef to join our passionate and talented kitchen team. The successful candidate will be able to: Listening and understanding the Head Chef's requests and directionResponsible for food preparation and have the culinary skills necessary for working in a professional kitchenWorking as part of the team to ensure smooth running of the kitchenMonitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentationAwareness of food hygiene standards within the kitchenPreparation and cooking of all station foods with knowledge of all prep and cooking areas.Good communication with all members of kitchen staff, floor staff and managementTraining less experienced kitchen staffUnderstanding and implementing the food control planHaving full knowledge of the task in handAlways behaving in a professional manner, following Republic's appearance, dress & uniform codeCompleting daily ordering and stock control for the KitchenUnderstanding set-up and close-down proceduresBenefits you will receive include: Competitive pay rateSupportive and fun teamStaff pricing across 11 venuesCareer pathwaysOn the job trainingAccommodation support if needed