WORK With Us
At The Experience Collective we are all about the team! Our business’ are centred around people and providing amazing experiences. This includes our guests, local community and our of course, our team. We seek people that are passionate, willing to learn and grow, are hard working and can have fun while doing it!
If you are interested in a role at Tui Brewery in Mangatainoka, Monteith’s Brewery in Greymouth, or The White Swan Country Hotel in Greytown, please email us your CV to jesse@theexperiencecollective.nz.
We are currently looking to fill the following roles:
Sous Chef – The White Swan
Sous Chef – Monteith’s Brewery
Front of House Leaders – The White Swan
Chef De Partie and Commi Chef – The White Swan
Sous Chef – The White Swan
We are recruiting for a Sous Chef to complement our existing team at The White Swan in Greytown.
What we offer:
- Be part of the senior leadership team
- $27-$30 per hour candidate dependent
- Opportunities to upskills across all sections including larder, grill, fryer and dessert
- Career development opportunities, including quarterly appraisals
- Minimum of 40 hours per week (Full Time)
- 50% staff discount on food and drinks
About the Role
We are a Wairarapa Icon and are searching for team members that want to be part of our journey forward. We are on the lookout for a new member to join our kitchen team as a full-time Sous Chef.
We are on the hunt for leaders and team players who want to not only develop their career, but also our fantastic hospitality team.
This is a unique venue, where you will get the support, love and care of a family-owned business whilst retaining job security and developing personally and professionally.
You will be challenged to deliver outstanding service for the gastro pub style menu that services big numbers and a separate fine dining experience, that focuses on local ingredients cooked to the highest of standards. We are looking for someone with strong proactive leadership skills who has initiative, a passion for food and strong culinary skill and experience.
Reporting to our Head Chef, you will support the delivery of a standard of excellence in the kitchen operation through service and hospitality practices and procedures. Working together with a vibrant, high-performing and committed team – your workday is sure to be interesting and varied. This role does include weekend and night hours.
Attributes that will be helpful in the role(s):
- Experience in a fast paced kitchen environment, serving similar quality of food offering.
- Being hardworking, reliable, punctual and having a friendly “can do” attitude
- Passionate about food
- An understanding of the importance of our Food Control Plan (experience with Safe Food Pro preferable)
- An understanding of Loaded Reports (preferable)
- Organisational qualities – mature, professional and uses initiative
Qualifications and Experience
- Hospitality or Tourism related qualifications (preferable)
- New Zealand Certificate in Cookery – Level 3 and 4 (preferable)
- NCEA Level 1
- 1 year+ in the Hospitality Industry (essential)
- 3 years+ in a commercial kitchen (preferable)
- Fluent English (essential)
Contact Jesse Robinson to apply – jesse@theexperiencecollective.nz / 0272951872
Applicants must be able to legally work in New Zealand
Sous Chef – Monteiths Brewery
We are recruiting for a Sous Chef to compliment our existing team at Monteiths Brewery in Greymouth.
What we offer:
- Be part of the senior leadership team
- $27-$30 per hour candidate dependent
- Opportunities to upskills across all sections including larder, grill, fryer and dessert
- Career development opportunities, including quarterly appraisals
- Minimum of 40 hours per week (Full Time)
- 50% staff discount on food and drinks
About the Role
Join our dynamic Kitchen team at Monteith’s Brewery.
We are on the lookout for a new member to join our kitchen team as a full-time Sous Chef. An opportunity that will set your career up! We’re open to different levels of experience, so let’s chat!
We are on the hunt for leaders and team players who want to not only develop their career, but also our fantastic hospitality team.
This is a unique venue, where you will get the support, love and care of a family-owned business whilst retaining job security and developing personally and professionally.
Reporting to our Head Chef, you will support the delivery of a standard of excellence in the kitchen operation through service and hospitality practices and procedures. Working together with a vibrant, high-performing and committed team – your workday is sure to be interesting and varied. This role does include weekend and night hours.
Attributes that will be helpful in the role(s):
- Experience in a fast paced kitchen environment, serving a similar quality of food offering.
- Being hardworking, reliable, punctual and having a friendly “can do” attitude
- Passionate about food
- An understanding of the importance of our Food Control Plan (experience with Safe Food Pro preferable)
- An understanding of Loaded Reports (preferable)
- Organisational qualities – mature, professional and uses initiative
Qualifications and Experience
- Hospitality or Tourism related qualifications (preferable)
- New Zealand Certificate in Cookery – Level 3 and 4 (preferable)
- NCEA Level 1
- 1 year+ in Hospitality Industry (essential)
- 3 years+ in commercial kitchen (preferable)
- Fluent English (essential)
Contact Jesse Robinson to apply – jesse@theexperiencecollective.nz / 0272951872
Applicants must be able to legally work in New Zealand
Front of House Leaders – TheWhite Swan
Be part of our Front of House leadership team.
What we offer:
- Competitive above market pay rate
- Fun atmosphere + Awesome team
- Expanding business
- 50% staff discount on food and drinks
- Career development opportunities, training and personal growth
- Opportunities for an Apprenticeship, or other qualifications for the right person
- Full time (35+hrs) or Part Time (20+hrs) positions available
We are a Wairarapa Icon and are searching for team members that want to be part of our journey forward.
We are on the hunt for leaders and team players who want to not only develop their career, but also our fantastic hospitality team.
This is a unique venue, where you will get the support, love and care of a family-owned business whilst retaining job security and developing personally and professionally.
You will be part of assisting our leadership team to drive our dedicated Front of House team. We are an awesome family of driven people who love to provide excellent hospitality and experiences for our guests. You will excel at engaging with our vibrant community and visitors to our region. The right candidate will display strong leadership, have great communication, an unrivalled passion for hospitality and have a focus on growth and development.
Passion, experience and leadership qualities required. Duty Managers Certificate preferred.
If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you. Contact us for a confidential chat or pop past and say hi.
mailto:jesse@theexperiencecollective.nz or 0272951872
Please note only applicants with NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit will be considered for these positions.
Head Chef – The White Swan
We are searching for a passionate foodie and team leader.
As our Head Chef you will report to the Operations Manager of our Family-Owned business. You’ll be responsible for team leadership, menu development, cost of sales, procurement and of course all day to day kitchen operations.
This role is based in Beautiful Wairarapa and provides a fantastic opportunity to excel and showcase your skills and passion as an outstanding leader in the New Zealand hospitality industry.
THE ROLE
As Head Chef you’ll be heavily involved in a hands-on operation in a very busy and fast paced kitchen, leading our team of 11+. Experience in a premium and fast paced restaurant is preferred. You will have a true passion for food, fresh local produce & presentation. Maintaining quality and consistency is a key factor in the day to day running of our kitchen and team.
The successful applicant:
- Will have previous experience in a similar high end and fast paced restaurant in a similar role, and be able to demonstrate strong career progression over a requisite number of years.
- Needs to be comfortable managing a busy kitchen with a high level of consistency and creativity.
- Must have outstanding organisational and communication skills and be able to seamlessly achieve labour and COG budgets.
- Will be able to implement and maintain structures, procedures and systems.
- Will be familiar with following and implementing smart procurement practices.
- Will be able to follow all food hygiene guidelines in accordance with H&S and FCP
- Will have a passion for great food, be experienced in creating a well-balanced menu, as well as managing food and wage costs, working within a budget and leading the team around you.
- Will have very strong and proven experience in leadership.
- Will have creative flair and passion for food, including a love for creating an amazing menu & food experience for our Guests.
- Eligibility to work in NZ is essential, NZ resident or citizen a bonus
WHO ARE YOU?
You are a proactive leader looking for a hands on position within a company with an excellent reputation. Experience as Head Chef is essential, ideally 3+ years in a busy restaurant. You’ll come with a sound understanding of the financial side of kitchen operations including working within budgets and menu costing. Some other key skills/attributes we’re looking for are:
- Excellent communication skills – communicating with staff & management both inside & outside of service
- Strong leader – we like our leaders to lead by example, be passionate about what they do and cultivate an awesome team environment
- Staff recruitment/development – The ability to recruit, develop & train your own team
- Team-player – You’ll be someone who enjoys a close-knit team and encourages team building
- Supportive Owners & Management Team
An attractive remuneration package and benefits await the right person.
Sound like you? If you have the experience and skills to be successful in this role apply today! Send a cover letter and a copy of your CV to mailto:jesse@theexperiencecollective.nz
Chef De Partie and Commi Chef – The White Swan
We are currently recruiting for the following positions to complement our existing team of 10+:
- Chef De Partie
- Commi Chef
What we offer:
- $23.65 – $27 per hour (applicant dependant)
- Opportunities to upskill across all sections including larder, grill, fryer and dessert
- Career development, growth and training encouraged
- Fulltime with two days off in a row
- 50% staff discount on food and drinks
Join our dynamic Kitchen team at The White Swan in Greytown.
We are based in Beautiful Wairarapa and joining our team provides a fantastic opportunity to excel and showcase your skills and passion in the New Zealand hospitality industry.
This is a unique venue, where you will get the support, love and care of a family-owned business whilst retaining job security and developing personally and professionally.
You will be challenged to deliver outstanding service for the gastro pub style menu that services big numbers and a separate fine dining experience, that focuses on local ingredients cooked to the highest of standards. You will have opportunity to partake in the menu development process and harness your creativity!
Attributes that will be helpful in the role(s):
- Pride – in yourself and what you do
- Experience in a fast paced kitchen environment
- Being hardworking, reliable, punctual and having a friendly “can do” attitude
- Passionate about food
- An understanding of the importance of our Food Control Plan
- Organisational qualities – mature, professional and uses initiative
Contact us for a confidential chat.
Please apply by emailing your CV and cover letter to Jesse Robinson – Operations Manager (jesse@theexperiencecollective.nz).