For those who dream bigger!

At the Hermitage, Aoraki/Mount Cook, our guests stay with us because of the unique location, amazing views, excellent service, and the one-off experiences we provide. Our team members choose to work with us because of the extraordinary career opportunity it is to work in the national park whilst delivering memorable guest experiences. Our team see every aspect the of the hospitality industry, whilst gaining a unique experience that develops their career, and can be transferred when they are ready for the next exciting adventure.

Our Executive Chef and kitchen leadership team are looking for passionate Commis Chefs with kitchen experience to join our dynamic team for the upcoming seasons. Ideal applicants will have prior experience as a Commis, or be an experienced kitchen hand who is ready to develop. You will have experience in a comparable scale hotel or restaurant and keen for a new unique experience.

At The Hermitage Hotel we offer our guests a variety of dining options through the summer that include the iconic Panorama Room, premier Alpine Restaurant, Sir Edmund Hillary Café, Snowline Bar, and the Chamois Bar and Grill. You may work in any or all our outlets across a season, which makes this an exciting opportunity to broaden your culinary experience and put your skills to the test.

What you will be doing

Working with colleagues in production to ensure a smooth service.
Maintain high guest satisfaction through preparing and serving quality dishes.
Excellent time management for the consistent delivery of high-quality food and service.
Working with team members to monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation, presentation, and service.
Maintaining a pleasant and safe working environment whilst ensuring efficiency in preparation of food.
Maintaining standards and displaying knowledge of all relevant Health and Safety standards, food safety plans (FSP), and food preparation regulations.

What you will bring to the role

Experience working in a fast paced or high production kitchen is essential with six months or more preferred.
Culinary qualifications and education are preferred, and able to converse in English.
A passion for food, food preparation, and guest experience.
A knowledge and commitment for food safety, quality, and standards.
A can-do person, who demonstrates curiosity and enthusiasm
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to the needs of the day.

The role and benefits

Fulltime and permanent contract, working a minimum of 60 hours per fortnight, at $26 per hour
Free access to all activities offered by the Hermitage Hotel, after 8 weeks service.
Generous discounts on food and beverage, available from your first day on the job.
Discounted hotel accommodation for Friends and Family, after 8 weeks service.
Live in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, with stunning surroundings and views – with the shortest commute to work.
Accommodation at reasonable rent including power, and Wi-Fi.

At the Hermitage, Aoraki / Mount Cook Alpine Village, we offer more than just a place to work – we offer a career lifestyle experience. If you love the outdoors, stunning mountains, being connected to nature, and changing seasons that include crisp snow and blue skies, then this role could be a perfect match and we would love to hear from you.

We are excited that you have read this far, and you're interested in working with us, but don't forget we are in a National Park, there are no shops, fast food outlets, or public transport, so if you can’t live without these, working for us will not be for you. Before you apply, read more about the location, climate, accommodation, working with us, and click on the Google Earth link to explore the village.