Any level of experience will be considered as the main ingredients we are looking for are passion and a positive attitude. We have a vested interest in employee well-being and will do what we can to ensure a balanced lifestyle can be achieved.

What we offer: 

Profit share scheme when targets achieved

Regular catch-ups with leaders to discuss targets and goals

Career growth and development

Competitive Pay

Scholarships for Management, Leadership, Catering and Cooking Qualifications

Generous staff discounts on food and drink

Strong and supportive team environment

Staff Events and wellbeing days

Skills / Experience 

What we are looking for:

A professional, friendly and genuine approach

Efficiency and a strong work ethic

A passion for leading and coaching

Excellent communication and organisational skills

The Role

Main responsibilities include but not limited to:

Ensure quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation -Ensure that recipes and proportions are adhered to, to ensure consistency, quality and cost control

Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures

Preparing and cooking food to a consistently high standard

Ensure all food is prepped and portion controlled prior to service to ensure no food prep is required to be completed during service

Ensuring clear communication between the kitchen, front of house and management team

Operate and manage company systems

Understand and comply with all other relevant policies and procedures

Adhering to the food control plan and cleaning standards and processes within the kitchen

Ensure all food is prepped and portion controlled prior to service to ensure no food prep is required to be completed during serviceEnsuring clear communication between the kitchen, front of house and management team

Salary is dependent upon experience and the role you step into.

Located along the stunning river side of Alexandra in Central Otago, we are one of a number of upcoming business initiatives set to create a vibrant town centre for our community. For those new to the region, Central Otago provides the ultimate lifestyle and has something to offer everyone. It is known for its breathtaking scenery, diverse seasons, slower pace of life and straight up great people. For the adventure seekers, it has become a popular spot for world class biking trails, mountain hikes, lake sports and ski fields. The world famous Rail Trail has created a bustling tourism scene and with Queenstown and Wanaka right on your back door stop, you get to enjoy the novelties of these stunning places at any time. We are also home to an abundance of orchards and wineries, including New Zealand's most famous pinot noir wines. Central Otago is known for being one of the greatest places to live. Families choose Central for its climate, recreation opportunities and not to mention it is one of the safest places in NZ.

As business owners for the past 35 years, we at The Finery believe that the ultimate success of a business comes down to the attitude, work ethic and passion of the team behind it. Our company values of Hospitality, Family, Excellence, Growth and Community are a reflection of who we are and our team culture. We are on the search for talented individuals who share our values and are able to bring their 'A' game to our team.

Our commitment to our people is to put our team first. We are dedicated to the professional and personal growth of all employees alongside the continued growth of the business. We have partnered with ServiceIQ and The Hospitality Company to provide industry leading career development opportunities alongside extensive on the job training to further your skills and knowledge in business, leadership, systems and food and beverage.  

We have a vested interest in employee well-being and what motivates you. Whether it's more professional development, flexible work hours for family or sporting commitments or additional hours to achieve financial goals, we will work to support you. 

We are a hospitality business who choose to share our profits with our team when our targets are achieved. Our staff have the ability to strongly influence the performance of our business so we believe that when the business does well, so should our team. Not to mention, competitive base pay rates and many staff perks are on offer too!

If you want to belong to a social, engaged team where your strengths are valued and further developed, get in touch with us today. 

Our staff have the ability to strongly influence the performance of our business so we believe that when the business does well, so should our team. Not to mention, competitive base pay rates and many staff perks are on offer too!

As well as your CV and cover letter, all applications must contain two references that we can call prior to an in person interview.

- Please provide two references

- Must have full NZ working rights