Chef / Agrodome

Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu


Date: 1 day ago
City: Christchurch, Canterbury
Contract type: Full time
Agrodome (a Ngāi Tahu Tourism Experience)

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

Living Wage + KiwiSaver

Minimum 30 hours per week

Uniform provided + training and development opportunities

Cook delicious pizzas and fresh menu items in our outdoor kitchen at Agrodome's country haven. Join a collaborative team and grow your skills while embracing Ngāi Tahu values and manaakitanga.

About The Role

We're looking for a passionate and reliable Chef to join our outdoor kitchen team. You'll be preparing fresh, seasonal menu items—especially wood-fired pizzas—for our manuhiri (visitors), while contributing to a warm, welcoming experience that reflects Ngāi Tahu values and manaakitanga.

You'll work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen crew to deliver high-quality food in a relaxed, country-style setting.

Reporting To The Head Chef, Your Responsibilities Include

  • Preparing pizzas and other menu items using fresh, seasonal ingredients
  • Supporting food service for high-end guests in a relaxed, outdoor environment
  • Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards
  • Contributing to our sustainability goals (carbon zero by 2040)
  • Embracing Ngāi Tahu values and cultural learning opportunities

Benefits On Offer

  • Living wage + KiwiSaver
  • Regular work hours across a 7-day roster - shifts generally run between 8am - 4.30pm
  • Occasional evening functions - especially during summer (up to 9.00pm finish)
  • Uniform provided
  • On-the-job training and cultural development
  • Work in a stunning natural location with a supportive team
  • Be part of a business proud of its inclusive culture and values

Skills And Experience

  • 1+ years of kitchen experience (pizza-making experience a bonus!)
  • A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
  • Passion for hospitality and guest care (manaakitanga)
  • Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays
  • Cookery qualification (Level 3 or higher) and recent food safety training are a plus

About Agrodome

Agrodome is a world-renowned visitor attraction in Rotorua, offering authentic New Zealand farm experiences and cultural storytelling. As part of Ngāi Tahu Tourism, we are committed to delivering exceptional hospitality, sustainability, and cultural connection through every experience we offer.

Health and safety is super important and this is part of how we keep you, our team and our customers safe. So before starting with us, you'll go through a range of checks, including drug and alcohol testing.

Apply now and start your journey with Agrodome and Ngāi Tahu Tourism.
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