Chef

In this position you will be mainly responsible for planning and preparing high-quality dishes, ensuring food safety standards, and creating a positive dining experience for our guests.
The positions are based at Ellerslie, Auckland. The guaranteed hours of work is 30 hours per week with a pay rate of $23.50 up to $25.50 per hour for the right candidates. 
Key tasks of the position will include:     • Plan and prepare menus according to dietary requirements and preferences.    • Prepare and cook a wide variety of dishes, ensuring quality and presentation standards are met.    • Supervise kitchen staff and provide training and guidance.    • Manage food inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storing food products.    • Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations, including maintaining a clean kitchen environment.    • Monitor and control food preparation and cooking processes to ensure consistency and quality.    • Develop and implement new recipes and menu items.    • Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues.    • Handle food waste and ensure proper disposal practices are followed.    • Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
To be successful in this role you will need to:     • Hold a bachelor or higher quaflication in cookery    • hold relevant 5 years or more commercial kitchen experience    • Flexibility to work full time including weekends and public holidays    • Health and Safety conscious    • Excellent communication skill – both written and verbal    • Ability to deliver exceptional service standards 
If this sounds like the ideal opportunity you are looking for, please do not hesitate to apply!