Cook

Cook is expected to work a minimum of 30- 35 hours a week with a weekly payroll. Hours are rostered on a weekly basis and might include weekend shifts.

Wage rate: $25.00 to $26.00
Positions: 2x Cooks
Employment type: Parmanent Full-time

Cook Job Responsibilities:

1. Prepare a variety of menu items according to our established recipes and standards of our outlet. 
2. Use your skills and ability to ensure effective teamwork in the kitchen. 
3. Maintain a clean and organised kitchen workspace, following all food safety and hygiene guidelines. 
4. Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient food preparation during peak hours. 
5. Help to prepare food menus when under review.
6. Contribute to menu development and suggest innovative ideas for new dishes.
7. Assist in maintaining inventory levels and placing orders for kitchen supplies as needed. 
8. Perform accurate ordering of all kitchen supplies.
9. Keeping accurate stock levels.
10. Ensure all kitchen equipment is operational. 
11. Responsible for all kitchen attributes on a day-to-day basis. 
12. Set & maintain a cleaning roster/schedule for the kitchen area to a high standard.
13. Follow and maintain establishment policies and procedures. 
14. Maintain costs to establishment standards. 
15. Uphold morale of the kitchen. 
16. Ensure customer satisfaction by dealing with any complaints when they arise. 

Cook Requirements:
1. At least two years of relevant commercial cooking experience; or a relevant NZQCF Level 3 or higher qualification in cookery or culinary arts, or a recognised overseas equivalent.

2. Understand ingredient quality, seasoning, cooking methods, temperature control, food storage, hygiene and food-safety requirements.

3.Be available to work rostered shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.