We are looking for Cook for a busy Restaurant in Tauranga Region.  Great opportunity to work with a friendly team in a busy workplace.

Job duties:

·        Performing all the essential food preparation, seasoning and cooking

·        Responsible to cook varieties of Indian curries and tandoori dishes

·        Regulating temperatures of cooking equipment during the cooking process

·        Maintain and ensure food quality at all times

·        Prepare the gravies and sauces as per the business requirements

·        Storing food in chillier and freezer as required

·        Stocktaking and reporting it to the Chef

·        Assist in developing recipes & present the food

·        Assist with the serving sizes and quality of meals

·        Ensure the food is presented, portioned and garnished correctly

·        Prepare the food as per the request of customers with dietary requirements

·        Required to check freshness of food & ingredients

·        Clean and keep the kitchen as required by NZ health standards

·        Maintaining hygiene at all times

·        Train other kitchen staff whenever require

 

Candidate requirements:

·        3 years of relevant work experience or Level 4 qualification

·        Hold knowledge to prepare authentic Indian curry and tandoori cuisines including snacks

·        Flexibility to work within a 7-Days a week operation including split shifts

·        Willing to work on weekends

·        Be able to work in a team and take direction from supervisors

·        Have good interpersonal and communication skills

·        Have a can do attitude and good work ethic