Employer: Chhabra Investments Trading as Te Awa Eatery
Location: Hamilton East, Hamilton, New Zealand
Positions Available: 2
Pay Rate: NZD $25–$30 per hour, depending on skills and experience
Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience or a relevant Level 4
qualification
Number of Hours: Permanent full time 30-40 hours per week

We are seeking two skilled and reliable Chefs specialising in Indian and multi-cuisine
cooking to join our team at Te Awa Eatery. The role involves preparing and cooking
meals for takeaway orders, dine-in service and offsite catering events.


About Us
Te Awa Eatery is a restaurant located in Hamilton East, offering a diverse menu of
Indian cuisine and fusion-style dishes. Our menu includes traditional Indian curries,
biryani, vegetarian meals, seafood, Indo-Chinese dishes, burgers and other popular
meals.
We are committed to preparing quality food, maintaining consistent standards and
providing customers with a positive dining experience. We are seeking a skilled and
motivated Chefs to join our team and support the daily kitchen operations of our
restaurant.


Key Duties and Responsibilities
 Plan, prepare and cook a variety of Indian and multi-cuisine dishes.
 Prepare curries, gravies, tandoori dishes, rice, vegetarian meals and other menu
items as required.
 Maintain consistent food quality, taste, portion sizes and presentation.
 Organise food preparation and cooking schedules to meet service and catering
deadlines.
 Estimate ingredient quantities, assist with stock ordering and minimise food waste.
 Monitor food freshness, storage and quality.
 Manage kitchen staff, allocate tasks and coordinate daily kitchen operations.
 Follow food safety, hygiene, cleaning and safe food handling procedures.
 Ensure takeaway and catering orders are properly prepared, packed and ready on
time.

 Work effectively with management and kitchen staff to maintain smooth operations.


Skills and Requirements
 Relevant cooking experience or qualification as a chef
 Knowledge of Indian cuisine and commercial kitchen operations.
 Ability to work efficiently under pressure and as part of a team.

 Good organisational skills and knowledge of food safety standards.
 Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.


How to Apply
Interested candidates can send their CV or apply online.
Email: teawaeatery@gmail.com
Phone: 027 326 9026