Evening Chef (Thurs-Sat) at The Villa Cafe Ngaio
The Villa Cafe in Ngaio is expanding into evenings—and we’re looking for a passionate Chef to help shape this new chapter.
Hours: Must be available Thursday to Saturday evenings, possible catering opportunities mid-week depending on demand
We're a warm, inclusive community hub where we aim to make everyone feel at home. Our ethos is simple: serve honest, delicious food made with fresh, local produce. Now, we want to bring that same heart and quality to relaxed, welcoming evening service.
What You’ll Be Doing:- Designing and preparing a simple, seasonal menu for evening service
- Running the kitchen with support of one Kitchen Hand (depending on demand)
- Managing food prep, cooking, and plating with care and consistency
- Weekly ordering of ingredients
- Working closely with our team to create a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere
- Ensuring food hygiene and kitchen standards are maintained
- Has strong experience as a chef or cook in a professional kitchen
- Cares about good ingredients and simple, thoughtful food
- Is comfortable working independently and taking initiative
- Brings creativity and flexibility to a developing menu
- Loves being part of a community space with soul
- Creative collaboration to help shape our evening offering
- Supportive, down-to-earth team environment
- A chance to grow with us as we build something special
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or an ambitious up-and-comer, if you’re passionate about food, people, and community—we’d love to hear from you.
To Apply : Send us a short cover letter telling us a bit about yourself and your CV to work@villacafe.co.nz. Or better yet, pop in for a chat – we’re always happy to meet people face to face.