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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Pip Wylie

Westmere,New Zealand

Summary

I am a seasoned chef with over three decades of experience spanning restaurants, cafés, catering, and private chef services across New Zealand, the UK, and Australia. My approach to food is rooted in a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and a commitment to crafting memorable experiences through thoughtful, beautifully executed cuisine.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Owner

PW Catering
08.2025 - Current
  • Boutique catering services for weddings, corporate functions, and private dining.
  • Specialising in tailored menus, seasonal produce, and innovative event catering.

Private Chef

Winton, NZ
08.2021 - 08.2025
  • Delivered bespoke dining experiences for a private family.
  • Designed menus around dietary needs, seasonal produce, and family traditions.

Catering Manager

Imagination TV, Fiji
01.2018 - 02.2018
  • Managed catering operations for a large-scale international TV production.
  • Coordinated logistics, staff, and menus under challenging on-location conditions.

Chef

Onslow Bar & Eatery
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Key role in the launch and daily operations of a high-profile restaurant.
  • Worked with leadership team to develop modern, innovative menus.

Owner / Head Chef

Ripe Delicatessen
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Established and ran a successful delicatessen with a focus on fresh, vibrant food.
  • Built a loyal customer base and managed staff, suppliers, and operations.

Head Chef / Owner

Flax Café
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Created a thriving café renowned for fresh, creative dishes.
  • Oversaw staff training, menu development, and daily kitchen management.

Chef

Zee Catering
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Contributed to large-scale production catering for television and film projects.

Head Chef

Craft Restaurant
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Led the kitchen of a modern dining restaurant with focus on quality and innovation.

Head Chef

Point 5 Nine
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • Directed kitchen operations in a popular dining venue.
  • Introduced seasonal, creative menus and trained junior staff.

General Manager / Head Chef

Tuatara Bar & Café
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Combined front-of-house management with head chef responsibilities.
  • Oversaw venue operations, staff, and menu development.

Owner / Head Chef

Tabac Restaurant
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Founded and operated an independent restaurant in London.
  • Delivered modern, innovative cuisine in a highly competitive market.

Sous Chef

The River Café
01.1993 - 01.1994
  • Worked in a globally recognised Michelin-starred restaurant.
  • Honed skills in Italian-inspired, ingredient-driven cuisine.

Sous Chef

First Floor
01.1990 - 01.1992
  • Assisted in managing kitchen operations in a vibrant London dining institution.

Chef

The Sugar Club
01.1988 - 01.1990
  • Early career role in one of New Zealand’s most innovative dining environments.
  • Built strong foundations in modern, creative cuisine.

Education

Professional Chef Apprenticeship -

01.1990

Skills

  • Menu Development & Innovation
  • Private Dining & Bespoke Catering
  • Seasonal & Sustainable Sourcing
  • Dietary & Allergy-Specific Menus
  • Event Planning & Execution
  • Staff Training & Leadership
  • Creative, Passionate, and Tailored Culinary Experiences
  • Creative, Passionate, and Tailored Culinary Experiences

Certification

City and Guilds Diploma of Cookery

Interests

  • Swimming
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Golf
  • Adventure Travel
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Fashion and Style
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Reading
  • Music
  • Gardening

Timeline

Business Owner

PW Catering
08.2025 - Current

Private Chef

Winton, NZ
08.2021 - 08.2025

Catering Manager

Imagination TV, Fiji
01.2018 - 02.2018

Chef

Onslow Bar & Eatery
01.2016 - 01.2017

Owner / Head Chef

Ripe Delicatessen
01.2010 - 01.2015

Head Chef / Owner

Flax Café
01.2005 - 01.2009

Chef

Zee Catering
01.2004 - 01.2005

Head Chef

Craft Restaurant
01.2003 - 01.2004

Head Chef

Point 5 Nine
01.1999 - 01.2002

General Manager / Head Chef

Tuatara Bar & Café
01.1996 - 01.1998

Owner / Head Chef

Tabac Restaurant
01.1994 - 01.1996

Sous Chef

The River Café
01.1993 - 01.1994

Sous Chef

First Floor
01.1990 - 01.1992

Chef

The Sugar Club
01.1988 - 01.1990

Professional Chef Apprenticeship -

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