We are looking for an experienced full-time Chef to join our team in our busy, fast-paced kitchen in Te Awa (The Base) food court, in Hamilton.
The Chef is responsible for the production of a range of quality food. You will be the person who is in charge of the cooking and preparation of the food and managing kitchen staff in a high demanding, food court setting.
This is a full-time position. You will be working a minimum of 35 hours per week.
Pay rate will be $30 to $32 per hour depending on previous work experience. Applicants must be available to work late nights, weekends, during school hours, school holidays, and public holidays.
You must have:
? At least 6 months of relevant work experience in a kitchen environment OR
? A relevant qualification in the area of cookery.
We are interested in you if you have:
? Have previous experience in a busy professional kitchen.
? Are passionate about cooking and creating food.
? Have a positive and friendly attitude.
? Are a team player.
Key Responsibilities:
? Prepare, cook and present food in accordance with menu requirements.
? Able to make good estimations of raw material required and the cost involved.
? Monitor the quality of dishes during preparation and presentation stages
? Demonstrate techniques and advise on cooking procedures
? Be responsible for ordering supplies and planning /preparing/estimating food costs and raw material with management to help maintain cost and profitability of the business.
? Set up station in accordance with the business level and keep stocked for service.
? Ensure that maintenance, food/hygiene and the health and safety regulations are observed and met at all times by all kitchen staff, and all equipment is kept clean.
? Discuss with the Restaurant Manager improvements required for the growth of the business.
? To preserve the food and freeze them as required.
? Maintain a good working relationship with the staff.
? Keep the food cost under control.
? Delegating and supervising of kitchen staff.
? Train and mentor junior staff.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency/citizenship or a valid NZ work visa.
Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Please email your application or apply online, providing all qualifications and referee contact details. A drug test and police check may be requested.