Head Chef

Head Chef Wanted – Brick Eatery, Nelson

Location: Monaco, Nelson | www.brickeatery.co.nz

Ready to take the lead in a kitchen that’s all about flavour, fire, and fun?

Brick Eatery is on the hunt for a Head Chef who’s passionate about local, seasonal produce and cooking with fire. We’re not your average restaurant—we bring creativity, community, and a touch of smoke to everything we do. If you love crafting food that brings people together, leading a tight-knit team, and aren’t afraid to get outdoors and cook over flames, this is your chance.

What’s on the Plate:

• Lead our dynamic kitchen and help shape our ever-evolving, locally focused menu
• Outdoor cooking over fire — think smoky, flame-finished flavour bombs
• Creative freedom to explore seasonal, bold, and beautiful dishes
• Collaborate with passionate FOH and BOH teams to deliver an unforgettable dining experience
• Maintain high standards across food safety, cost control, and team culture

What You’ll Bring:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment
• Strong leadership skills with a team-first attitude
• A passion for fire-based cooking and flavour-driven dishes
• Solid understanding of kitchen financials and ordering systems
• Creativity, consistency, and a calm head under pressure

• Fun, supportive working environment where your ideas matter
• Staff meals included every shift (we eat well here!)
• Opportunity to work outdoors with fire, as part of our signature cooking style
• Competitive wage (+ KPI-based bonuses for the right applicant)
• Be part of a growing brand with a loyal local following and big creative energy

How to Apply:

Send your CV and a short cover letter telling us about your food philosophy and leadership style to:

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Bring your fire to the flame. Let’s cook something unforgettable.

Brick Eatery