Job Details:

Company: Valentines Restaurant
Location: Tauranga, New Zealand
Position: Chef
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week
Pay Rate: $25 to $35 per hour

About Us

Valentines Restaurant is a buffet-style restaurant offering a wide variety of dishes and a welcoming dining experience for families, groups and other customers.

We are looking for a skilled, reliable and experienced Chef to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking quality meals while maintaining high standards of food safety, presentation and kitchen operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Plan and prepare a variety of dishes suitable for buffet-style dining.

  • Prepare, season and cook food according to restaurant recipes and quality standards.

  • Assist in planning menus and developing new dishes to meet customer preferences.

  • Monitor food preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and presentation.

  • Ensure buffet dishes are prepared on time and replenished throughout service.

  • Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before preparation.

  • Monitor food stock levels and assist with ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies.

  • Maintain proper food storage, temperature control and stock rotation procedures.

  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.

  • Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient food preparation.

  • Train and guide junior kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking techniques.

  • Minimise food wastage and assist with controlling food costs.

  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen equipment, utensils and work areas.

  • Accommodate special dietary requirements and customer requests where reasonably possible.

  • Assist with kitchen opening and closing procedures.

  • Work efficiently during busy periods, weekends and public holidays.

Skills and Requirements

  • 2 years' experience or level 4 certificate 

  • Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and food presentation.

  • Understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices.

  • Ability to work efficiently in a busy buffet-style restaurant.

  • Good time management, teamwork and communication skills.

  • Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation.

  • Willingness to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their updated CV and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant qualifications and cooking experience.

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