Remuneration / Hours of Work: $31.00 - $32.00 p/hr, full-time permanent position.Minimum guaranteed hours: 30 per week; hourly rate plus holiday pay and paid sick leave. Max hours: not exceeding 50 hours per week.Location: POKENO, Waikato (NZ)Position: Cooks required. Ideal candidates must have a positive work attitude to deal with customers from various nationalities; knowledge and experience in using cooking equipment, and know how to prepare, season, and cook food in a dining and catering establishment. Food safety is a priority.Skills must include:Cooking and preparing dishes within timeframe.Ability to cook using meat and seafood.Loading, unloading, de-pan, cooling, emptying, cleaning cooking trays and other cooking equipment.Keeping all equipment clean and well maintained.Excellent hand-eye coordination.Clear team communication.Food handling and hygiene.Following the roster, starting and finishing on time.Communication skills in English.Dealing with customers in a friendly and outgoing manner.Applicants must have:At least 3 years of relevant experience working as a Cook in a commercial setting ORA NZ Level 4 qualification in Cooking or Culinary Arts plus 1 year of experience.Business hours: Mon – Sun: 24 hoursRostered work over 7 days (mostly early start between 2am and 4am)Job Description - Duties and Responsibilities:Checking quality of raw ingredients and foodstuffs to ensure quality and freshness.Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills, and other cooking equipment.Preparing and cooking food.Seasoning food during cooking.Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces, and garnishes.Storing food in temperature controlled facilities.Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements.May plan menus and estimate food requirements.May assist or train kitchen staff and apprentices.Following work safety procedures.Working with a positive attitude and following company policies.Candidates should be a NZ resident or citizen or hold work rights in NZ.How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?How many years' experience do you have as a cook?Do you have a current Police Check (Criminal Record Check) for employment?Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?
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