Type of employment: Permanent, Full-time Working hours and days: at least 30 hours per week work from Monday to Sunday Pay range : $29.66/hour to $30/hour. You will need to be able to work independently and effectively. Work place: New Plymouth, Taranaki region Role and responsibilities: Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities in the kitchen Plan Chinese traditional cuisine menus by incorporating both classic and innovative dishes, maintaining diversity and excellence in the offerings, and considering seasonal requirements Plan orders of food supplies and ingredients according to the identified shortages Be in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff Assign tasks; supervise chefs, cooks and kitchen hands in the preparation and presentation of food in different sections Inspect raw and cooked food items to guarantee that the highest quality products are prepared and served to customers Formulate cooking techniques and procedures, discuss identified issues with the management and the kitchen and front of house staff Demonstrate formulated cooking techniques to the kitchen staff and advise on cooking procedure, especially in Chinese cooking techniques Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies and ingredient with minimum wastage, calculate labour costs, and decide on the menu price Implement and enforce strict rules of personal hygiene and ensure machinery is operated, cleaned and stored correctly; kitchen drawers and shelves are cleaned and tidy Comply with all Company Policies and legal requirements with special reference to Health and Safety to ensure all procedures: Health and Safety, and Food Safety Management are maintained to the required standards Requirements: At least three-year relevant work experience in the same field, or; An equivilent level 4 qualification or above Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure Team work We pride ourselves on the quality of our food and the high standard of service we provide and w e believe in creating experiences that people will always want more of, inspiring and share worthy. It you believe vou have the enthusiasm to take on this role. please send vour CV and apply here.