Job Description Posted Tuesday, 15 April 2025 at 10:00 am
Are you fueled by a passion for the outdoors? Is there something indescribable that draws you to the mountains? Let’s chat. Joining our crew is more than just working at ski fields — it’s a lifestyle. Seasonal work is a rollercoaster, but it creates lasting memories that you’ll talk about for a lifetime.
Our NZSki community has been growing since 1947 and continues to offer the best experience for our crew, locals, and guests alike. Everyone at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, and Mt Hutt cares for the mountains and shares a passion for snowsports and the surrounding regions. Our success is due to our excellent customer service, first-class facilities, majestic scenery, and wild terrain.
Get ready to ride the culinary slopes with us — our food outlets are the bustling heart of the ski areas, and we need a Chef ready to carve through the challenge of feeding thousands at altitude! If you're not afraid to mix a dash of adventure with a sprinkle of seasoning, then keep reading. We're looking for a Chef to join an epic team, dishing out mouth-watering mountain cuisine across various outlets and diverse menus.
In this role, you will produce high-quality products while adhering to all food hygiene practices and health and safety policies. It's not just about cooking; it's about crafting an unforgettable winter dining experience. If you're ready to bring your culinary magic to the snowy stage, join us on this frosty gastronomic adventure!
About the Role - Preparation of menu items as per company recipe, method, and Head Chef instructions.
- All mis-en-place is prepared fresh with adequate prep, in time for service.
- Stock control and planning for variances in trading, minimizing wastage.
- Working with the Head Chef / Purchasing Manager to ensure adequate stock levels are maintained.
- Mentoring and training other team members in food preparation and food handling skills.
- Maintaining a clean and tidy section and kitchen at all times.
- Completing tasks and necessary record keeping required by the Food Control Plan.
- Good communication with other kitchen team members and FOH team.
About You - Previous experience in a fast-paced or high-volume hospitality environment.
- A recognized qualification and proven professional experience are compulsory.
- Ability to maintain high standards of personal hygiene.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to respectfully ask for help or delegate tasks.
- Ability to be fluid and adaptable as business levels fluctuate with weather, events, and other factors.
- Regular performance reviews with the Head Chef to ensure contribution to Food Control Plan record keeping.
- A good working knowledge of Food Control Plan requirements and ability to assist with documentation and implementation.
- Flexibility to adjust working practices according to business levels.
- An understanding that employment is subject to weather conditions and hours cannot be guaranteed.
Skills and Qualifications - Junior Chef roles require London City and Guilds or National Certificate in Cookery Level 3-4, with at least 3 years of experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Senior Chef roles require similar qualifications and a minimum of 3 years experience in high-volume, bulk catering, or hotel environments. Experience with Food Control Plans is essential.
Further Information - Pay rate: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
- Full-time, minimum 30 hours per week, fixed term
As Kaitiaki of the mountains, we are committed to our environment, people, and communities to ensure mutual benefits. We are proud supporters of Winter Pride and value diversity and inclusion in our working environment.
Uniforms are provided (just bring your own base layers).
Additional Reasons to Join Us - 3 Peak winter season pass (Full-Time crew)
- Discounted day passes at other ski areas
- Transport to/from mountains
- Wellbeing support for staff
- Nutritional hot crew meals daily (discounted)
- Discounts at local eateries, bars, breweries, and retail outlets
- Mountain discounts
- Organized social activities off-mountain
- Recognition programs with prizes
- Earn and learn — free ski lessons (Full-Time crew)
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