Head Chef
Hospoworld
Listing Description
Description
- Create seasonal menus using organic, local produce
- Lead a small team in a calm, quality-focused kitchen with mostly daytime service
- $80K-$100K + benefits, paid overtime, and a lifestyle role with balance
We're seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead a well-established, family-owned restaurant known for its strong connection to local growers, regenerative farming, and organic wines. Operating for over 14 years and holding 2 hats since 2019, this is a unique opportunity to take the reins of a respected, produce-led kitchen.
About the Role
- Lead a small, close-knit team (2-3 chefs + seasonal support)
- Create a seasonal, ever-changing menu driven by local and in-house produce
- Oversee a predominantly daytime operation (lunch service + limited evening events)
- Work closely with ownership to maintain strong supplier relationships
What Makes This Role Unique
- Daytime-focused hours (closed Tues/Weds, minimal evening service)
- Work with premium, organic, and estate-grown produce (including own beef)
- Creative freedom within a proven, award-winning concept
- Supportive, hands-on ownership with deep community ties
What We're Looking For
- A Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready to step up
- Passion for seasonal, local, and sustainable cooking
- Calm, adaptable leadership style in a small team environment
What's on Offer
- $80K-$100K + benefits (petrol, phone, wine allowance)
- Overtime paid beyond 45 hours
- Lifestyle role with balance, creativity, and purpose
If you're ready to lead a kitchen where quality, provenance, and community matter—this is something special.
Application details
Hospoworld
Hospoworld has been connecting Kiwis to their next hospitality/tourism job for over 20 years, we know the hospitality industry, and like perfect wine pairing, we can connect you to our network of leading Hospitality brands. We have relationships with local and international brands and businesses across Aotearoa. From Chef Jobs to Management, QSR to Hotels and everything in between - let us introduce you to a world of new opportunities for your hospitality career!
Talk to us about your career dreams and goals, whether you’re seeking better work/life balance, inspirational leadership, career progression or more money. We’ll listen to what motivates you and discuss a variety of employers, roles and locations to fulfil your career aspirations.
Whether you’re Front of House, Back of House, or Head Office based, our team is passionate about understanding your career, what drives you and matching that to the job that’s right for your hospitality career!
