Chef - Kitchen Leader - Invercargill
At Ditto, we serve up South-meets-East Asian street food with a side of good vibes. Our menu is a crowd favorite (no endless menu changes – phew!), but we keep things fresh with fun specials. We’re on the hunt for a Kitchen Leader to run the engine room of Ditto – someone who can keep the kitchen humming, the bao buns fluffy, and the team smiling through even the craziest summer nights.
What You’ll Be DoingLeading and inspiring our kitchen crew like a total legend
Keeping our food consistent, beautiful, and always up to Ditto standards
Staying on top of produce quality, ordering, and food safety
Managing the heat (literally and figuratively!) when the kitchen gets slammed
Being a time-management wizard and keeping service running smoothly
What We’re Looking ForMinimum 3 years of kitchen experience – ready to step up into leadership? Perfect!
A calm head under pressure and a knack for keeping the team focused and having fun
An eye for detail, a love of consistency, and a passion for street food
Someone who thrives in a busy kitchen and is keen to grow with us
Why Te Anau?Te Anau is the gateway to Fiordland National Park (think: Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, world-famous Great Walks). Swap the big city grind for fresh mountain air, lakeside sunsets, and a workplace that feels like family.
PerksCompetitive pay & staff discounts (yes, bao buns on repeat)
A supportive & fun team
The chance to make your mark on one of Fiordland’s favorite eateries
Apply now and let’s talk bao!