Pastry Chef

Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort are looking for a skilled and passionate Pastry Chef to join our culinary team on a full-time basis.

This role involves creating high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods while supporting smooth kitchen operations. Flexibility across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service may be required.

As a valued team member, you will contribute to exceptional dining experiences by:

• Preparing, baking, and presenting pastries, desserts, and specialty baked items to high standards
• Assisting in menu development and creation of seasonal offerings
• Maintaining consistency, quality, and presentation across all products
• Ensuring compliance with hygiene, safety, and storage standards
• Collaborating with the kitchen team to deliver an exceptional guest experience
   

Expected minimum hours: 30 hours per week

Location: 327/343 Frankton Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

Hourly range: $33 - $35NZD per hour. (excluding contributions to KiwiSaver). Payment of wages will be processed on a fortnightly basis by direct credit to your nominated bank account.

Annual salary approximate: $51,480 - $54,600 (excluding contributions to KiwiSaver). 

Approved sponsor: Minor Hotels Australasia Limited (previously Oaks Hotels & Resorts Limited)

Schedule 1 - Specific Terms and Conditions

Job Title: Pastry Chef

Job Level: Unit Head

Employment Status: Full Time - Permanent

Commencement Date: To be confirmed

Reporting to: Executive Chef

Breaks: Employees are entitled to paid rest breaks and unpaid meal breaks based on the number of hours worked. Breaks will be taken at times agreed to by the employer and employee or when the law says breaks must be taken. Leave Entitlements: As per Employment New Zealand - Leave and holidays | Employment New Zealand and Holidays Act 2003.

Period of Notice: Four weeks