The team behind The Stoaker Room, Cromwell & Wanaka and home of Wild Earth Wines, are looking to fill the role of Sous Chef in our Cromwell Restaurant.Come and learn the art of "Barrel Cuisine".We are looking for an experienced, creative, well-rounded, passionate Sous Chef who would relish the challenge of utilising their skills in this unique and dynamic environment: The Stoaker Room create all their dishes in this one-of-a-kind cooking vessel – converted French Oak Pinot Noir barrel cookers which steam, bake, grill and smoke local foods to create a mouth-watering flavour explosion.This Position is full time with a guaranteed 30 Hours per week. More hours are available during our busy catering season of October to April. The maximum hours of work will be 50 hours per week.Rates of pay will be between $30.00-$35.00 per hour depending on level of experience and position offered.Sous Chef is the assistant to the Head Chef and in charge of the Kitchen in the absence of the Head ChefThe role is made up of many varying responsibilities including:Directing the food preparation process and delegating tasksCooking and preparing high quality dishes.Supervising all kitchen stationsSupervising, motivating, and working closely with other Chefs of all levels.Ensuring food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes created.Monitoring portion and waste controlTo consistently follow the policies and procedures of the Kitchen.Ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines.Being responsible for health and safety of all staffAssisting the Head Chef to create menu items, recipes and develop dishes.Assisting with determining food inventory needs, stocking, and orderingFull Training will be given on this unique style of cooking. The Stoaker is a unique cooking system created and built by our owner,Our restaurant is open Monday – Sunday from 10am - 10pm and you will be rostered on a 7 day a week basis.A full driver's license is very advantageous in this region. You must be willing to work both in the busy restaurant kitchen and at off-site catering events in our region. **********************************************************************************Please only apply for this role if you are currently living in New Zealand. ********************************************************************************** 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 sous chef? How many years of people management experience do you have? Do you have experience with menu planning & costing? Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control? Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
