Chef de Partie / Sous Chef - Marlborough Sounds - Blenheim

About us - Ko wai matou

Marlborough’s largest tour operator, Marlborough Tour Company, have positions based at Punga Cove Resort and Furneaux Lodge. Due to our remote location, applicants must live onsite and be available from 1st September.

Our family of businesses also include Cougar Line water taxis, Wilderness Guides, Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company, Pelorus Mail Boat and Marlborough Tour Company touring.

We pride ourselves on our exceptional customer service levels and our range of tourism offerings to showcase the best of what Marlborough has to offer.

Our biggest asset are our people, who are all committed to giving an exceptional guest experience in a beautiful part of the world. Our vibrant team mainly live on site, are social, work hard and enjoy their days off being at one with nature, enjoying watersports, fishing or spending time Picton.

Punga Cove and Furneaux Lodge are a direct boat ride out from Picton and located right on the Queen Charlotte Track - being a popular stop for walkers, mountain bikers and local boaties. Accessible mostly by boat, we pride ourselves on being a unique offering nestled on the Queen Charlotte Track.

These roles are fixed term positions - until May 2026

We are looking for an energetic Chef de Partie and Sous Chef to join our dynamic kitchen teams. Our menus are based around seasonal produce, showcasing the fantastic artisan products produced locally in Marlborough. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced chefs, learn from the best and contribute to creating exceptional dishes that delight our guests.

• A supportive senior management team behind you
• Training in the unique operations of these remote properties
• Wage commensurate with experience ($27-$35 hourly rate)
• An onsite accommodation and meals package
• Free water taxi transport to and from Picton on your days off

Couples are most welcome to apply - if your partner has hospitality experience then we would love to hear from them also. Due to room configuration, the accommodation is not suitable for families.

About You - Ko nga wheako ou

Being a team player is the key to the success of these roles. A high level of English is paramount for good communication in a busy kitchen environment. Respecting others, good listening skills and work ethics and being able to work across different locations, as and when required.

We are only hiring candidates that have the minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role and have the right to live and work in New Zealand. Sponsorship opportunities will not exist.

Marlborough Tour Company is an equal opportunity employer and all new employees must be able to pass a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Test.

For more information visit: www.marlboroughtourcompany.co.nz