Chef

Chef

Growing from a humble beginning, we are passionate about serving high quality foods with high quality service. As a dedicated and upbeat team, we thrive on putting flavours together and producing some of the finest foods. With an expanding clientele in Wellington, we are currently looking for a qualified Chef who is attentive to and skilful in food preparation and production.

What you do:

•  Ensure that the high standards of contemporary Café style cuisines served to our customers by setting short order menus, processes and standards effectively.

•  Update menus and develop additional menu options in accordance with trend and demand.

•  Ensure food is prepared and produced as per customer orders, and delivered in a timely manner.

•  Organise, manage and implement the procedures for cabinet food production, savoury & sweet, etc.

•  Allocate and utilise existing resources, including physical and human resources based on efficient cost evaluation, tracking and control.

•  Manage food cost in line with the kitchen budget and ensure stock records are accurate and stock is ordered efficiently.

•  Communicate everyday with the other kitchen staff in regards to the day to day running of the kitchen and oversee all aspects of the kitchen operation.

•  Discuss food preparation and serving issues with all staff for on-going improvement.

•  Ensure that all food preparation, preservation and serve to our customers in a hygienic way with quality assurance.

•  Set up a food control plan and ensure compliance at all times with all Health & Safety requirements.

•  Ensure all kitchen practices are compliant with OSH best practice.

•  Ensure a hand over at the end of each shift is completed and records are kept for compliant and improvement investigation.

•  Ensure all incidents and accidents are reported in the register of injuries book and accident report forms are completed if required.

•  Mentor younger and less experienced members of the staff by ensuring that cooking procedures and techniques are clearly explained and demonstrated.

•  Assist with the selection of staff and ensure that accurate records of staff attendance and performance are maintained.

The right candidate:

•  At least 2 years of relevant experience.

•  Good knowledge of Vietnamese cuisine

•  Excellent time management ability

•  Ability to remain calm with leadership and undertake various tasks

•  Understand and know what to do in the event of an emergency

•  Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques, food products and recipes

•  Familiarity with sanitation regulations

•  Bringing the heartiest principles to life offerings as well as an authentic experience to our customers

•  Have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

•  You will be required to work weekends and holidays.

What’s on offer:

•  Pay rate will depend on individual skills and experience ranging from $31 to $34 per hour.

•  Working within a multicultural and super friendly team

•  A company that believes in investing time & energy in developing its people

The employment is on an ongoing basis. The role is based on an assured 30-hour working week carried out in Wellington.

If this sounds like you, apply online now! You must either attach your CV or provide detail on your work history. Please also specify the country of your current location when applying.