Sous Chef

Proudly awarded the Employer of the Year 2025, and Qualmark Wine Tourism Business of the Year 2024, Kinross is recognised as the best wine experience in the country.

We’re looking for a creative, reliable Sous Chef to join our Head Chef Pete’s talented Kitchen team. This is a leadership role where you’ll help lead daily kitchen operations, support our Head Chef Pete, and deliver our standard of exceptional food that complements the experience Kinross is known for.

Location: Gibbston, Kinross

Role: Permanent, Full-time (min 30hrs)

Enjoy a competitive hourly rate plus team bonus incentives

This role offers you the opportunity to have creative freedom, step back from late nights, no more split shifts, and have more work life balance. We have the occasional dinners for our events.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations
• Lead the kitchen team and run service when needed
• Support the team to maintain our service & food standards
• Help train, support, & motivate junior kitchen team members
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
• Assist with stock control, ordering, & reducing waste
• Work closely with the wider Kinross team to deliver a memorable guest experience

Here at Kinross, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer:

• Daily staff meals & coffees
• Generous bistro & wine discounts
• Paid training & development opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• A working environment where your input matters
• A vibrant social club with regular team events

Please apply with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. Please include details of your right to work in New Zealand, including visa type and expiry date if applicable.

You will need your own transport, as we are located in the vineyards outside of town and there is no public transport available.