Enjoy the region by day, make a living by night. This is the perfect position for adventurers.
We require an experienced Short Order Cook for our busy Restaurant Cafe and Take Away operation here in Lake Hawea, a small village on the shores of a beautiful alpine lake just 15 minutes drive from Wanaka township. We are positioned as a resupply point for Te Araroa Trail walkers, and the area is considered the gateway to many wilderness experiences in the Southern Alps.
Open 3-4 evenings a week, our licensed restaurant seats up to 50 guests inside and out. The Restaurant exists alongside our bustling village store & cafe, and is frequented by locals and holiday makers alike throughout the year. This winter, we will offer casual dining from a limited menu that includes burgers, salads, pizzas and kids meals alongside Happy Hour style grazing options, 3-4 nights a week.
The role:
Short Order Chef - Licensed Restaurant & Bar
- Rostered hours include 2pm-10pm shifts / 3-4 nights per week
- Cooking from casual dine-in menu (Burgers / pizzas / kids meals)
- Prep and ordering
- Leadership of small kitchen team
What do we offer?
- Competitive remuneration
- Staff meals and coffee
- 40 hours per week +
- Friendly relaxed workplace
- Warm community atmosphere