Executive Head Chef – Premium Hospitality
Position Overview
Lead culinary operations in one of the world's most breathtaking resort towns. Creating seasonal menus celebrating New Zealand regional produce for high-end international and local diners.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Direct brigade of 12 chefs, culinary prep, and dinner service execution
- Design seasonal degustation and à la carte menus featuring Central Otago wines & meats
- Control food costs, supplier sourcing, inventory, and kitchen health safety (HACCP)
- Train kitchen apprentices and junior section chefs
Candidate Requirements & Eligibility Criteria
- Professional culinary qualification (City & Guilds 706/2 or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery)
- 5+ years kitchen experience with at least 2 years in senior leadership (Head Chef / Sous Chef)
- Experience in upscale dining or luxury hotel restaurants
- Passionate about seasonal NZ farm-to-table cuisine
AEWV Accredited Employer Sponsorship
This vacancy is backed by a registered New Zealand employer with valid Immigration New Zealand (INZ) accreditation. Successful applicants receive full employer sponsorship under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme with pathway progression toward residency.
Remuneration & Relocation Package
- AEWV Work Visa sponsorship with accredited employer
- Staff accommodation assistance in Queenstown
- Performance bonus and mountain ski pass package
- Pathway to long-term New Zealand residence
Opportunity Summary
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