NZSki Looking for The Hermitage – Chef De Partie at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, Canterbury, New Zealand Full Time

At The Hermitage Hotel we offer our guests a variety of dining options that include the premier Alpine Restaurant, Sir Edmund Hillary Café and Bar, and the Chamois Bar and Grill. You may work in any or all our outlets, which makes this an exciting opportunity to work in a diverse and evolving environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Maintaining high guest satisfaction through preparing and serving quality dishes
• Planning daily operational requirements, including equipment needs, food stock, and time management for delivery of food and service
• Working with junior and senior team members to monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation, presentation, and service
• Supporting cost control and budget management through accurately estimating food costs and controlling usage, wastage, and specials
• Assisting in the management of wage labour costs through good time management and training, and supporting other staff
• Working as a member of the kitchen team to maintain a pleasant and safe working environment and ensure efficiency in preparation of food to exceed customers’ expectations
• Maintaining standards and displaying knowledge of all relevant Health and Safety standards and food preparation regulations

What do we need from you?

• Experience in a hotel or restaurant environment for at least 2 – 3 years
• Possess the Four C’s – committed, courageous, capable, and confident
• In love with the outdoors and adaptable to remote living
• A can-do attitude and a willingness to learn
• Friendly, outgoing, disciplined and professional, with excellent communication skills
• Flexible and adaptable, and able to change with the ever-evolving market

Why us?

Some of the perks of joining our team at a historic hotel in an incredible part of New Zealand:

• Accommodation, vehicle parking on site including home Wi-Fi and power
• Free access to all activities offered by the Hermitage Hotel.
• Generous discounts on food and beverage in all Hotel bars & Restaurant.
• Discounted hotel accommodation for You, Friends, and Family.
• Stunning surroundings and unparalleled views – a short and remarkable commute to work.
• Opportunities to grow, develop and upskill, along with working in other departments to broaden your experience

Further Information

• Please contact us on [email protected] if you require more information before applying

Does this sound like the place for you?

Our teams live and work together so it’s important that you have a positive attitude and enthusiasm for the hospitality industry. While previous experience in a cleaning or housekeeping environment is an advantage, we provide all training to ensure that you are up to speed with our products, our services, our standards, and our expectations. With an eye for detail, you should be flexible with a can-do approach and looking to learn throughout your time with us.

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