Breakfast Brunch and Cabinet Chef - Leeston

Breakfast Brunch and Cabinet Chef - Leeston Wednesday to Sunday | Day Shifts Only Country Lane Group is a leading Canterbury hospitality group known for fresh, made-from-scratch food and warm, down-to-earth service. Our venues have built a loyal following among locals, families and professionals who value great food and genuine hospitality. We are looking for an experienced Café Chef and Catering based at our Leeston Suburban Eatery site. Now Hiring: Experienced Café Chef & Catering Wednesday to Sunday | Day Shifts Only Country Lane Group is a leading Canterbury hospitality group known for fresh, made-from-scratch food and warm, down-to-earth service. Our venues have built a loyal following among locals, families and professionals who value great food and genuine hospitality. We are looking for an experienced Café Chef and Catering based at our Leeston Suburban Eatery site. The Role This is a hands-on position in a busy daytime café, combining à la carte service with high-quality cabinet food production. Working closely with the Site Manager, and report directly into the Group Culinary Operations Manager you will: Lead the day-to-day operation of the kitchen Help establish the menu and overall food direction Prepare fresh, consistent and well-presented food Manage food preparation, ordering, stock control and kitchen organisation Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness and presentation Keep service running smoothly during busy periods Contribute seasonal ideas and new menu concepts What You’ll Bring Proven experience in a café, brunch or daytime dining kitchen The confidence and capability to manage the kitchen independently Strong organisational and time-management skills Consistently high standards of food quality and presentation Experience producing both à la carte and cabinet food Creativity, initiative and a genuine passion for fresh food A calm, practical approach during busy service periods Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene requirements The right to work in New Zealand What We Offer A stable, full-time role with set days from Wednesday to Sunday Daytime hours only, with no night shifts or split shifts Creative freedom to influence the menu and showcase your style Staff discounts across all Country Lane Group venues Genuine career development opportunities as the group continues to expand A professional, supportive and down-to-earth working environment A team where your ideas and contribution will be valued If you are an experienced chef looking for a fresh opportunity, want your evenings back and enjoy the energy of the café scene, we would love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr