Global Estate & Private Chef
With over 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Craig Martin delivers refined private dining across New Zealand’s premier alpine lodges, international estates, and private residences.
His work is defined by discipline, discretion, and a deep respect for ingredient integrity — combining premium New Zealand produce with global culinary influence shaped by Europe and Asia.
Bespoke dining. Estate-level service. International perspective.
About Craig Martin
Craig Martin is an award-winning estate and private chef with over 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality across New Zealand, Europe, and Asia. Raised in Rotorua, he has a deep understanding of provenance and seasonality, which he honed while working at New Zealand’s premier luxury lodges. His illustrious career includes roles at Treetops Lodge, Peppers on the Point, and a four-year stint as Private Chef at Flock Hill Station, crafting bespoke dining experiences for ultra-high-net-worth international guests. In 2025, he expanded his expertise with a private engagement in Munich, Germany, and he is also a biennial culinary judge in Penang, Malaysia, showcasing his commitment to culinary excellence.
Get In Touch
Please let’s us know how many courses your after (minimum 3 ) and how many diners and we will do  our best to work with you to make it a memorable experience
Christchurch, New Zealand
0272340181
Past Events
Pegasus Bay Sunday sessions
