Head Cook Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Chefs

at SHJL Limited T/A Hazy Tiger

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$25 – $35 per hour

Flexible Roles (Full-Time & Part-Time)
Clear Career Growth & Professional Development
Competitive Pay + Positive Team Culture

Flexible Roles (Full-Time & Part-Time)
Clear Career Growth & Professional Development
Competitive Pay + Positive Team Culture

Auckland restaurants seeks talented Chefs with exceptional culinary skills. Competitive salary, training, and vibrant team culture.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

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Wainui Camp Cook

at The Kind Foundation

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Akaroa, Canterbury

$27 – $35 per hour

Live on site if desired - single self-contained accommodation
Reasonable hours and plenty of time to plan ahead - not pressure cooking
Great team and great established organisation with lots of staff benefits

Live on site if desired - single self-contained accommodation
Reasonable hours and plenty of time to plan ahead - not pressure cooking
Great team and great established organisation with lots of staff benefits

Live in a beautiful part of the country and make a meaningful difference. Be part of a team that cares for people and the environment.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

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Listed twenty four minutes ago

Mr Murdochs - Sous Chef - Full Time

at Cook Brothers Hospitality Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$34 – $37 per hour

Competitive Pay
Industry lead training
Awesome Team

Competitive Pay
Industry lead training
Awesome Team

We are seeking a Full‑Time, Permanent Sous Chef to join our busy kitchen team. This role is ideal for a skilled chef, committed to high standards.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

24m ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Chefs

at SHJL Limited T/A Hazy Tiger

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$25 – $35 per hour

Flexible Roles (Full-Time & Part-Time)
Clear Career Growth & Professional Development
Competitive Pay + Positive Team Culture

Flexible Roles (Full-Time & Part-Time)
Clear Career Growth & Professional Development
Competitive Pay + Positive Team Culture

Auckland restaurants seeks talented Chefs with exceptional culinary skills. Competitive salary, training, and vibrant team culture.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

26d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Head Cook

at FAHS - Feilding High School

This is a Full time job

Feilding, Manawatu

L. J. Wild House, Feilding High School’s hostel is seeking a confident, friendly, competent cook to join their team.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

12d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Chef de Partie CDP on Waiheke Island (Auckland)

at The Heke

This is a Full time job

Waiheke Island, Auckland

$28 – $31 per hour

Chef Role with great benefits 4.8* Google reviews, local & visitor favourite Waiheke Island, NZ.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

16d ago

Listed three days ago

Head Chef or strong Sous Chef

at Newcobee Limited

This is a Full time job

Riverhead, Auckland

$31 – $35 per hour

Take ownership of a busy kitchen, lead a strong team, and deliver high-quality food while driving cost control, systems, and overall performance.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

3d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Wainui Camp Cook

at The Kind Foundation

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Akaroa, Canterbury

$27 – $35 per hour

Live on site if desired - single self-contained accommodation
Reasonable hours and plenty of time to plan ahead - not pressure cooking
Great team and great established organisation with lots of staff benefits

Live on site if desired - single self-contained accommodation
Reasonable hours and plenty of time to plan ahead - not pressure cooking
Great team and great established organisation with lots of staff benefits

Live in a beautiful part of the country and make a meaningful difference. Be part of a team that cares for people and the environment.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

24d ago

Listed six days ago

Chef de Partie | Jervois Steakhouse

at Foley Hospitality Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$30 – $34 per hour

Good remuneration package for the right candidate
Work with a fun and engaging team - no day is the same!!
Develop your own creative skills and take them to the next level

Good remuneration package for the right candidate
Work with a fun and engaging team - no day is the same!!
Develop your own creative skills and take them to the next level

If you’re career-driven, eager to learn, and excited to be part of a top-notch team, this is the place for you.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

6d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Demi Chef/Chef de Partie

at MELBA GROUP

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Demi Chef to join our team in a contemporary New Zealand cafe. Working Monday - Friday

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

14d ago

Listed six days ago

Head Chef

at The Old Vicarage Cafe Restaurant Bar

This is a Full time job

Halswell, Canterbury

$35 – $40 per hour

Busy Halswell restaurant seeking hands-on Head Chef to lead fast-paced kitchen, build a strong team, and deliver consistent, high-quality food.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

6d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Sous Chef

at Highwater Eatery

This is a Full time job

Te Aro, Wellington

$30 – $33 per hour

Join award winning Highwater as Sous Chef — cook across all sections, support the Head Chef and help create seasonal dishes in a stunning Kitchen.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

16d ago

Listed ten days ago

Freeman & Grey - Head Chef - Full Time

at Cook Brothers Hospitality Group

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$37 – $43 per hour

Lead a buzzing Ponsonby kitchen
Real leadership and creative influence
Competitve Pay

Lead a buzzing Ponsonby kitchen
Real leadership and creative influence
Competitve Pay

Shape the food experience at Freeman & Grey — Your friendly Ponsonby local. Handcrafted Pizza, Cold beer & Good times.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

10d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Head Chef

at Brinkley Resort

This is a Contract/Temp job

Methven, Canterbury

$45 – $50 per hour

Shackleton's is a multi-award-winning restaurant
Excellent kitchen setup and equipment and above award pay !
Restaurant seats 50 a la carte with beautiful views of the Southern Alps

Shackleton's is a multi-award-winning restaurant
Excellent kitchen setup and equipment and above award pay !
Restaurant seats 50 a la carte with beautiful views of the Southern Alps

We are a family-owned business with numerous years of experience in hospitality. Discounted season pass for Mt Hutt available for purchase .

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

17d ago

Listed five days ago

Head Chef

at Hook Wanaka

This is a Full time job

Wanaka, Otago

This is an opportunity to evolve the menu, we want someone with fresh ideas, seasonal flair, and your own signature style.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

5d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Freeman & Grey - Sous Chef - Full Time

at Cook Brothers Hospitality Group

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$31 – $37 per hour

Competitive pay
Awesome team
Chef development

Competitive pay
Awesome team
Chef development

Lead our busy Ponsonby kitchen, deliver top‑quality dishes, and bring energy to a buzzing local.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

19d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Head Chef

at Mercure Auckland Queen Street

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Proven experience leading a high-performing kitchen team

Proven experience leading a high-performing kitchen team

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at Lone Star Queen Street in Auckland CBD.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

14d ago

Listed five days ago

Head Chef

at Four Zero Three Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$35 – $38 per hour

Lead a talented kitchen team and create innovative menus in vibrant Auckland CBD restaurant.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

5d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Chef de Partie / Junior Sous

at Maestro Hospitality Group

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

We're on the hunt for champion Chefs to work in these amazing environments. Passion & enthusiasm are just some of the key attributes we require!

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

20h ago

Listed seven days ago

Head Chef, Two Hat winery restaurant in Canterbury.

at BLACK ESTATE

This is a Full time job

Amberley, Canterbury

$82,000 – $100,000 per year

Head Chef at two hat winery restaurant, north of Christchurch. Day time hours. Lead a small committed team at biodynamic winery, Black Estate.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Cook

at Cleavers Corner Restaurant & Bar

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

$26 – $32 per hour

We are an accredited employer, able to provide support with work visas for the right candidates

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

7d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Sous Chef / Head Chef (French Bistronomic)

at select coffee limited

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$30 – $35 per hour

Bring Parisian bistro soul to New Zealand's most exciting food scene.
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Bring Parisian bistro soul to New Zealand's most exciting food scene.
AEWV Job Check Approved
AEWV Job Check Approved

Join our Auckland CBD French bistronomy kitchen as Sous/Head Chef. French-trained, bilingual chefs welcome to apply.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

11d ago

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