A rare and exciting opportunity to lead the kitchen of this stunning and vibrant leading restaurant in Matakana!

About Our Client:
Our client is an iconic establishment in the heart of Matakana, a sought-after destination for, locals, domestic and international visitors seeking a memorable dining experience.

Their general operating hours during Summer are lunch service Wednesday - Sunday and dinner service Friday & Saturdays. They are also frequently booked for conferences Monday - Friday and are a stunning spot for weddings November through April. 

The Role:

As the Head Chef, you will oversee a small team of skilled culinary professionals, along with a couple of kitchen hands who join the brigade when required.

The primary vision of the owners is to curate a rustic fine dining experience whilst also offering exceptional service, where the emphasis is placed on crafting outstanding food and wine pairings.

While the cuisine maintains a European flair, the owners encourage Head Chefs to draw inspiration from international traditions, allowing for a creative menu.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Effective leadership, including training and development of kitchen staff.
• Strategic menu planning, cost analysis, and food control plan.
• Nurturing supplier relationships, overseeing stock ordering and rotation.
• Collaborative menu development with guests for various function menus.

What you will bring to the role: 

We are in search of an experienced Head Chef with a proven track record in refined and premium dining establishments. The ideal candidate should embody a hands-on leadership style, leading by example and fostering a collaborative atmosphere among the team.

Given the location of the restaurant it is required that the Head chef resides in or is happy to relocate to Matakana or its surrounding areas.

What you will be rewarded with: 

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $90,000 to $100,000, per annum depending on experience.
• Stunning location to work & live in 
• Creativity is welcomed, put yourself on the plate!

It is important to note due to the seasonality nature of the location our client has a blackout period for annual leave from October - May each year and therefore staff are encouraged to utilise their leave entitlements during the quiet season June - September. 

Please note: Our client is not accredited and therefore you must have valid NZ working rights that do not require sponsorship to be considered for this opportunity.

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