Summer Chef Position

Company: Moutere Hills Restaurant and Cellar Door
Payment: Paid Position ($34 - 36)
Location: Tasman
Region: Nelson/Abel Tasman/Golden Bay
Experience: Experience Necessary
Listing Added: 14/11/2026

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

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 the other kitchen team members.

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 si what we offer for our guests.

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

It’s a fantastic opportunity to work in a beautiful area with a great work life balance on offer, predominantly day time service allowing you time off in the evenings.

Must have a minimum of 4 years kitchen experience in fast paced restaurants.

Working Holiday Visas accepted, we are NOT an accredited employee and do NOT offer sponsorship and do NOT offer accommodation.