Join us!! - Chef de Partie/Experienced Cook Wanted

We're on the hunt for two talented Chefs de Parties or experienced Cooks to join our kitchen team at Flo & Co, a buzzing, locally-loved café in the heart of Kaikoura. These are permanent positions with a start date of September 2025. Flo & Co is a NZ Accredited Employer.

• Work daytime hours only; the café opens from 8am to 2:30 pm, giving you your afternoons and evenings free.
• As a Chef de Partie, you'll be responsible for baking and making cabinet food, as well as handling à la carte cooking, ensuring everything is fresh and beautifully presented.
• The café is super seasonal—it hums during the summer months but slows down in winter.
• The position requires weekend work and availability during school holidays, with flexibility to be discussed.
• Remuneration to be discussed during the interview process.
• Accommodation is available.

• At least 3 years of experience in a commercial kitchen, preferably as a Chef de Partie in a fast-paced café or restaurant
• A genuine passion for food and high standards of presentation
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and add to our positive team culture
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and stock control
• A flair for fresh thinking and a drive to keep the menu exciting
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently

• Enjoy a great work-life balance with daytime hours
• Be part of a friendly, tight-knit team in a beautiful coastal town
• Opportunity to showcase your creativity and make a real impact on our menu

To apply, please email Bex your CV and a bit about yourself to hello@floandco.co.nz

Join us for good food, good people and brilliant banter!