Job Title: Chef

Company: Peppers Hotels, Resorts & Retreats

Location: Clearwater Avenue, 8053, Northwood, Newzealand

Job Type: Permanent

Located just seven minutes from Christchurch airport, Peppers Clearwater Resort offers a selection of contemporary and comfortable hotel rooms and one, two and three bedroom suites overlooking the clear, shimmering waters of Lake Kaikainui and the perfectly manicured Clearwater Golf Club. In addition, the resort also provides guests with the opportunity for refined dining in Lume Restaurant that highlights the best in regional produce and wine. On your days off, why not enjoy the great outdoors with opportunities for hiking, cycling and fishing, or visit vibrant Christchurch city to take in some culture and entertainment.

Purpose
As our Chef, you will be a vital member of our culinary team, where the kitchen becomes your creative space, and flavours come alive on each plate. Bring your passion and imagination, and as a team create dishes that leave wonderful memories.

Primary Responsibilities
Take charge of your designated kitchen area to ensure smooth service delivery, ready to assist other sections when required
Bring a touch of creativity and passion to your work, setting a positive tone for your kitchen colleagues
Stay diligent in adhering to local regulations related to health, safety, and compliance, with a solid grasp of HACCP management
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in preparing food orders and menu items
Handle a range of kitchen tasks, from dishwashing to crafting delectable dishes
Foster a collaborative approach between the front-of-house team and the kitchen brigade for a harmonious work environment

Skills & Experience

Minimum educational requirement: Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery
Proficiency in independent work and a proactive attitude within a dynamic setting
Demonstrated capability to excel in a fast-paced, high-pressure team environment
Flexible availability to accommodate various shifts, including mornings, late evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required

Accor Benefits

ALL Heartist Membership - Take advantage of discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide!
Family & Friends Discounts - Available on a range of accommodation, services and events for those who mean the most to you
Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty Program - Earn status & reward points on your worldwide stays
Learn Your Way - Support your career development with access to Accor’s industry leading training platforms, Accor Academy and Typsy
Build Your Network - With more than 300,000 Accor professionals globally sharing the same guest passion, you have the ability to grow your hospitality network worldwide
Worldwide Opportunities - We are a world leading hotel operator! With over 400 hotels in the Pacific and more than 5,000 across 110 countries, offering limitless opportunities to grow your career
At Accor, we welcome you as you are. We help you grow and learn, so that work brings purpose to your life. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write, and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Accor is an inclusive company, building diverse teams across the globe.

Posted: 23/04/2026