Sous Chef

Based in the beautiful Hawke's Bay region, Craggy Range Restaurant is a true reflection of our place, celebrating fresh, seasonal produce grown in our own garden and sourced from a close-knit network of local producers. Everything we do is grounded in quality, care, and a genuine connection to our community.

We’re looking for a Sous Chef to join a team that takes pride in pushing standards and creating food we’re genuinely proud to put on the plate. This is a hands‑on kitchen where everyone runs their own section, backs each other up, and gets stuck into all aspects of service.

A strong team culture is what really sets us apart. We’re proud to be a supportive, positive place to work while producing food of a high standard. We invest in training and development at every level, with clear plans to support your growth and future career. Our goal is to develop our people into confident kitchen leaders and managers—this could be your next step.

In this role, you’ll help maintain high standards of food preparation and presentation, contribute to a positive and motivated team environment, and support the training and development of junior chefs. You’ll take responsibility for food safety, stock control, and maintaining excellent personal and kitchen hygiene, while continuing to build your technical skills and food knowledge.

• A minimum guaranteed 30 hours per week
• Discounts across Craggy Range, Mary’s, The Loft at Craggy Range and Craggy Range Cellar Door and accommodation
• A supportive, professional team where leadership is measured by how well people are looked after
• Daily hands‑on experience with exceptional produce and evolving techniques
• A passionate kitchen, a constantly changing menu, and a genuinely great team environment

Craggy Range is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week, allowing for a flexible roster and a healthy work‑life balance.

To be considered, you must have the legal right to work in New Zealand, hold the equivalent of NZQA Level 4 Cookery, and have at least two years’ experience in a comparable establishment.