An exciting opportunity tobe part of the next chapter for The Millhouse Restaurant.

The Millhouse has recentlybeen added to the Michelin Guide, and with our sights firmly set on the future,we’re looking for an ambitious and talented Sous Chef to join our team and helpus take the restaurant to the next level.

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Overview

Set on 650 acres of lushgreen fairways, rolling hills and gentle streams, Millbrook Resort is aninternationally acclaimed luxury lifestyle resort, and we are proud to be anemployer of choice within New Zealand.

This role is based specificallywithin The Millhouse Restaurant, which is entering a really exciting newchapter. Currently undergoing a refurbishment ahead of reopening in February,Millhouse will return with a brand-new kitchen and the potential for a newconcept.

Our Head Chef has bigambitions for Millhouse, with the goal of working towards becoming a Michelin-starredrestaurant, and we’re looking for a Sous Chef who is excited by that journeyand wants to play a key part in it.

The Role

This is much more thanstepping into an established Sous Chef position. You’ll have the opportunity toget involved in shaping what Millhouse becomes, from the new kitchen and foodoffering through to the overall concept and ways of working.

This is a unique opportunityto step into a new concept, but with the backing of an established luxuryresort. It’s a chance for someone who wants to bring ideas, creativity andenergy, work closely with our Head Chef and genuinely make their mark on therestaurant.





We’re looking for someonewho is passionate about exceptional food and quality ingredients, but equallysomeone who is ambitious, collaborative and excited about building somethingspecial.

Success Profile

- Minimum 3 years’ experience working in acomparable environment is desirable
- Relevant culinary qualifications
- Ambitious, creative and excited by theopportunity to help shape a restaurant
- Reliable ‘go getter’ with motivation,drive and initiative
- Passion for quality and strong knowledgeof food safety
- Desire and passion to cook with fresh,quality ingredients sourced from local producers
- Excellent communication, time managementand organisational skills
- Robust commitment to teamwork with ahands-on approach
- Ability to work weekends and publicholidays
- Driver's Licence advantageous, as youmust be able to make your way to and from work

Location:

Arrowtown, Queenstown

Hours:

Permanent, Full-time, guaranteed 30 hours per week

Pay Banding:

$35.00-$37.00 gross per hour, depending on experience

Working at Millbrook

We believe our people are our greatest asset and loverecognising and rewarding our team. We actively support your growth anddevelopment within hospitality. When you join our team, you will enjoy a rangeof benefits, including:

- Exclusive discounts on resortproducts and services
- Complimentary staff meals every day
- Free onsite parking
- Dedicated Learning & Developmentopportunities
- Social and wellbeing events, staffparties and more
- A daily travel allowance if you livemore than 25km from the resort

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