Head Chef - Marlborough Sounds location - with Great Benefits

About us - Ko wai mātou 

Marlborough’s largest tour operator, Marlborough Tour Company, have a vacancy at Punga Cove.  Our family of businesses also include Furneaux Lodge, Cougar Line water taxis, Wilderness Guides, Pelorus Mail Boat and Marlborough Tour Company touring.  

We pride ourselves on our exceptional customer service levels and our range of tourism offerings to showcase the best of what Marlborough has to offer. 

Our biggest asset are our people, who are all committed to giving an exceptional guest experience in a beautiful part of the world. Our vibrant team mainly live on site, are social, work hard and enjoy their days off being at one with nature, enjoying watersports, fishing or heading in to Picton. Being a team player is key to the success of this role.

Punga Cove and Furneaux Lodge are a direct boat ride out from Picton and located right on the Queen Charlotte Track - being a popular stop for walkers, mountain bikers and local boaties.  Accessible mostly by boat, we pride ourselves on being a unique offering nestled on the Queen Charlotte Track.

About the Role - Mo tēnei tūrangi mahi

The primary purpose of these positions is to offer guests an exceptional first-class dining experience, by providing exceptional meals to our restaurant patrons. Our menus are based around local, seasonal produce, showcasing the fantastic artisan products produced in Marlborough.   

In return for your hard work we offer a very competitive package, along with free water transport to and from Picton on your days off, and on-site meals and accommodation (double room with ensuite) for a small charge.  Couples are most welcome to apply - if your partner has hospitality experience then we would love to hear from them also.  Due to room configuration, staff accommodation is not suitable for families.

Our biggest asset are our people, who are all committed to exceptional guest experience in a beautiful part of the world.  Our vibrant team all live on site, are social, work hard and enjoy their days off getting at one with nature, enjoying watersports, fishing or heading in to Picton. Being a team player is key to the success of this role.  A high level of English is paramount for good communication in a busy kitchen environment.

Marlborough Tour Company is an equal opportunity employer and all new employees must be able to pass a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Test. 

We are only hiring candidates that have the minimum of 2 years experience and have the right to live and work in New Zealand. Sponsorship opportunities may be possible for the right applicant. 

Please send your CV with a covering letter to:  [email protected]

For more information visit: www.pungacove.co.nz 

www.marlboroughtourcompany.co.nz