Lead the kitchen team to deliver luxury dining experiences daily at Rosewood Kauri Cliffs

Join Us at Rosewood Kauri Cliffs

At Rosewood Kauri Cliffs, we do not just offer jobs, we offer a place to thrive, grow, and leave your mark. Rich in history and culture, nestled along Northland's breathtaking coastline and framed by native forest and three private beaches, our tranquil retreat is a sanctuary where relationship hospitality comes to life.

As part of the Rosewood Hotels & Resorts collection, we are a collective of creative minds driven by purpose and united by The Calling, our instinct to enrich lives through genuine connections and extraordinary moments.

Located in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand, this opportunity is ideal for hospitality professionals from Australia and beyond, looking for their next career adventure in luxury hospitality.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head Chef and Director of Culinary, you will have a pivotal role in our Culinary team. This is a hands-on position that will help support our Sous Chef and Head Chef and shape the culture of our kitchen team.

  • Ensuring adequacy of supplies at cooking stations

  • Training, developing and supporting junior chefs

  • Optimising the cooking process with attention to speed and quality

  • Monitoring quality of dishes at preparation and presentation stages

  • Ensure exceptional hygiene practices are maintained

  • Creative input with menu development and dish presentation

About You

The successful candidate will be flexible, have a can do attitude, work well in a high pressure environment and want to push their career further. In addition, you will have:

  • At least 2 years' relevant experience, in high end restaurants and / or luxury hotels.

  • Exceptional cooking techniques and meticulous processes

  • An interest in actively seeking local produce

  • Strong knowledge of H&S and hygiene standards

  • The agility to think on your feet as we have many daily guest requests and menu changes

  • Good time management, excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask

  • Be a team player and be able to drive the team

  • A hands-on Chef who is involved with the daily operation and delivery of memorable experiences

What we offer

  • Competitive wages and delicious staff meals daily

  • Access to our Associate Perks Programme, with exclusive discounts and deals

  • 2 consecutive days off each week, wherever possible

  • Daily travel allowance

  • The opportunity to work at one of New Zealand's most iconic luxury hotels

This is a full time (45 hours over 5 days per week) permanent role, offering a competitive salary. Any additional hours worked on additional days of the week can be accrued an 'owed time' as per our policy.

If you wish to apply for this role and have the attributes above, we'd love to hear from you.

Bring your true self. Curate the extraordinary. Leave your legacy.

This is a rare opportunity to join a passionate team, in a luxury lodge, dedicated to providing the finest seasonal food using local ingredients.

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