Experienced Chef

Moutere Hills Restaurant and Cellar Door are looking for an experienced all round chef to join the team. This is a fixed term position from October 2026 - end of May 2027, potential for longer for the right candidate.

We are based in the Upper Moutere, Tasman in a beautiful vineyard setting. The restaurant is open for lunch currently 5 days a week (6 days in Summer) with just one dinner service on a Friday night, and some busy and exciting functions, weddings and events already locked in for the coming months.

We have a great set of chefs already in place and you would be working closely with our head chef as well as pastry and junior chef.

The kitchen is well equipped with a separate pastry room, plenty of equipment and a good space to work in with others.

Great environment, excellent food, fantastic wines topped with an outstanding service.

We focus on fresh local produce and ingredients, giving the customer a fantastic food and service experience every time.

Current operating days are Wednesday to Sunday, however we are also open for functions only on our closed days and evenings.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to work in a beautiful area with a great work life balance on offer.

Working Holiday Visas accepted but ideally looking for long term candidates, Please note no Accommodation is available with this job.

Also looking for front of house team members so if your a couple do get in touch, competitive pay.

Website - https://mouterehillsrestaurantandcellardoor.co.nz/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.00 – $37.00 per hour

Experience:

• Kitchen: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person