The team behind The Stoaker Room, Cromwell & Wanaka and home of Wild Earth Wines, are looking to fill the role of Head Chef in our Cromwell Restaurant. Come and learn the art of "Barrel Cuisine". We are looking for an experienced, well-rounded, passionate Head Chef who would relish the challenge of utilising their skills in this unique and dynamic environment: The Stoaker Room create all their dishes in this one-of-a-kind cooking vessel – converted French Oak Pinot Noir barrel cookers which steam, bake, grill and smoke local foods to create a mouth-watering flavour explosion. This position is full timewith a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week. More hours are available during our busy catering season of October to April. Rate of pay will be approx. $40 per hour depending on level of experience and position offered. The Head Chef is in charge of the kitchen, answering to the managing directors. The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including: Coordinate daily kitchen operations Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations are adhered to Assisting with menu planning & costing in conjunction with the Owner/Director Regularly review product quality and research new vendors Responsible for reviewing suppliers and keeping costs within KPI targets Ensure all equipment and restaurant environments are well maintained and operational Have an outstanding knowledge of local and international food and beverage Follow budgets and analyse financial reports to maintain profitability Identify, develop and maintain the establishment policies and procedures in conjunction with wider management team Train new and current employees on correct kitchen practices Full training will be given on this unique style of cooking. The Stoaker is a unique cooking system created and built by our owner. Our restaurant is open Monday – Sunday from 10am - 10pm and you will be rostered on a 7 day a week basis. A full driver's license is very advantageous in this region. Ideally you will be willing to work both in the busy restaurant kitchen and at off-site catering events in our region. Please only apply if you are currently living in NZ or are a NZ Citizen or resident . Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How many years' experience do you have as a Head Chef? Do you have experience as a chef in a high volume restaurant? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? How many years of people management experience do you have? Do you have experience preparing work rosters? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr