Kitchen Hand - Northland New Zealand

Job Description

Discover Your Calling – Join Us at Rosewood Kauri Cliffs

At Rosewood Kauri Cliffs, we do not just offer jobs, we offer a place to thrive, grow, and leave your mark. Rich in history and culture, nestled along Northland’s breathtaking coastline and framed by native forest and three private beaches, our tranquil retreat is a sanctuary where relationship hospitality comes to life.

As part of the Rosewood Hotels & Resorts collection, we are a collective of creative minds driven by purpose and united by The Calling - our instinct to enrich lives through genuine connections and extraordinary moments. If that speaks to you, we would love to meet you.

The Opportunity: Kitchen Hand

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Kitchen Hand to join our culinary team at Rosewood Kauri Cliffs.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and is eager to support a professional kitchen team. As a Kitchen Hand, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen while assisting with basic food preparation duties.

What you will bring

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Excellent reliability, punctuality, and work ethic
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A flexible approach to working hours
• The ability to work well under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
• Strong attention to cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety practices
• A proactive mindset and willingness to assist where required
• The ability to follow instructions and work efficiently
• A commitment to fostering a positive and collaborative team culture

Key responsibilities include:

• Cleaning crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils, and kitchen equipment in a timely manner
• Maintaining cleanliness of kitchen floors, ovens, walls, and work surfaces
• Upholding exceptional hygiene and sanitation standards at all times
• Assisting chefs with basic food preparation tasks as directed
• Processing and preparing fresh produce from the lodge gardens
• Supporting the culinary team to ensure efficient kitchen operations
• Building strong working relationships with kitchen and lodge teams
• Attending and actively participating in daily team briefings
• Following all health and safety procedures and reporting hazards or incidents promptly
• Wearing the appropriate uniform and protective footwear at all times
• Undertaking additional duties as requested by the Head Chef or senior management

What we offer in return

• A competitive pay package
• Delicious daily meals prepared by our culinary team
• Access to our exclusive Staff Perks Programme
• Supportive leadership and opportunities to develop your hospitality career
• The chance to work in one of New Zealand’s most iconic luxury lodge destinations
• A positive team culture where collaboration and respect are valued

We strive to offer consecutive days off to support your well-being.

Due to our remote location, you will need your own reliable transport and hold a valid New Zealand work visa or working holiday visa.

Bring your true self. Curate the extraordinary. Leave your legacy.

If this sounds like you, APPLY TODAY and help us Make the Place.

About Us

Welcome to The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs, a luxury lodge in the Bay of Islands where you can discover the beauty of panoramic views across the untouched coastline and deep blue ocean. Sophisticated and elegant, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs glows in morning light as the sun rises to reveal panoramic views across the Pacific. Resting on an unspoilt coastline where high cliffs nestle into three pristine private beaches, Kauri Cliffs is experiential travel at its best. Named the number one resort in Australia and New Zealand by Travel + Leisure, Kauri Cliffs is a leisure travellers dream. Activities abound with the David Harman-designed golf course, immersive local heritage tours, bountiful fishing, and bush walks, mountain biking, quad biking and spa sanctuary hidden within native forest.