'Casa' is a new Italian restaurant on the waterfront of Ahuriri, Napier.
We are putting together an awesome team who are all passionate about their roles and are always looking to innovate.
Applicants must have the appropriate visa to be available to work in New Zealand.
This is a permanent, full-time role offering 5 rostered shifts in a 7-day period.
We operate 11am – late, 5 days a week, so you'll need to be able to work a range of shifts across any given week and weekend.
You'll like the idea of working in an energetic, fast-paced and social environment where no two days are the same.
You'll be a smooth team player, super reliable, and a strong communicator.
Someone who cares about the quality of their work, has high standards, self-discipline, and a hunger to learn more.
Assist the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen and assume responsibility in the absence of the Head Chef.
Maintain the operation and organization of a designated part of the kitchen following the Head Chef's guidelines, providing maximum quality while containing labor and food costs.
Ideally, you'll have 2 years of experience in an authentic Italian cuisine kitchen.
However, what we truly want is someone with the right attitude – so please apply if that's you!
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES TECHNICAL New Zealand Certificate (Level 4) in Cookery, or equivalent.
A minimum of 2 years managing a kitchen.
Food safety course within the past three years.
Budgeting and menu costing skills.
Organizational and time management skills.
Wine and food matching skills.
Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
Familiar with industry's best practices.
INTERPERSONAL & PERSONAL SKILLS Creativity.
Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
Motivational and leadership skills.
Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions.
Ability to delegate, give, and receive instructions.
Committed to team, establishment, and excellence.
Ability to work competently under pressure.
Reliable and flexible to change.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibility for the operation and organization of a designated part of the kitchen.
Assist the Head Chef with menu planning as required.
Ensure that recipes and proportions are strictly adhered to, to ensure consistency, quality, and cost control.
Impart knowledge, skills, and training to kitchen staff to ensure high standards.
Spot check dishes as they leave the kitchen for establishment of the highest quality, presentation, and temperature.
Follow set policies to maintain standards for food safety in all food preparation areas.
Follow set policies to maintain standards for health & safety at work in all food preparation areas.
Ensure all equipment and work environments are operational.
Inform the designated management if any hazards are identified that may affect work conditions.
Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and take control of any problematic situation.
Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely way that always meets quality standards.
Order and maintain inventory to ensure efficient operations.
Communicate with and support staff.
Uphold morale in the kitchen.
Ensure the relationship between kitchen and front-of-house staff is of a high standard.
Manage kitchen meetings in conjunction with the Head Chef.
We offer a 50% discount on food and beverage at our restaurants, and flexible rostering.
This is a full-time role with a minimum of 35 hours guaranteed per week at our eatery in Ahuriri, Napier, Hawke's Bay.
If this sounds like a bit of you then please send us your CV and a brief cover letter about yourself.
We can't wait to hear from you!
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