Chef Positions

About us

The Fancy Cow is a premier destination in Marlborough, dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, high-quality ingredients, and creating memorable moments for our guests.

About the role

We are seeking talented Chefs to join our kitchen team - Commie Chef, Senior Chef and Pizza Chef. These roles are currently on a fixed term basis from October until end of March. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will play a crucial role in maintaining our reputation for outstanding food quality and presentation, contributing directly to the exceptional dining experiences for our guests. This position offers flexibility whilst allowing you to be part of a fun, passionate team.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness at all times
• Manage your station efficiently, ensuring timely preparation of meals during service periods
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to coordinate meal preparation and ensure seamless service
• Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations and company policies

What we're looking for

• Proven experience working as a Chef or Cook in a professional kitchen environment
• Experience with Italian cuisine and hand rolling pizzas
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen safety standards
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team whilst also demonstrating initiative and independence
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required
• Strong communication skills and a professional, respectful attitude towards colleagues and management
• Current understanding of food safety and hygiene best practices

What we offer

Working at The Fancy Cow provides you with the opportunity to work with quality ingredients and be part of a restaurant committed to excellence. We value our team members and offer competitive remuneration and other company benefits such as a free meal for each shift, a knock off beverage on each shift and access to staff discounts on Ant Moore Wines and DNA Beers.

Apply now

If you are a passionate and skilled Chef looking for a new opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, and any additional information you believe strengthens your application. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences in Marlborough.