Majestic Cuisine is looking for 3 experienced full time Chinese Chefs to join our progressive restaurant in Te Aro, Wellington. We require three positive and ambitious candidates who can handle responsibility with ease whilst remaining focused and in control in a fast-paced environment.

To be right for this role and our organization, you need:

At least 2 years cooking experience prefer Chinese Cuisine, or a level 4 or above relevant qualification

Must be able to work on weekends and work overtime.

Must be flexible to work late-night shifts and be able to manage two shifts in a day.

Adaptable to change and able to multitask.

Able to work under pressure.

Be reliable and responsible.

Long-term commitment required.

Ability to work independently with confidence.

Time management and punctuality.

Key tasks & responsibilities:

- In charge of daily food preparation and duties and cooking food based on Chinese cuisine techniques and procedure to meet the standard and the quality set by the Restaurant.

- Follow head chef or owner’s instructions to complete daily tasks.

- Report to head chef or owner and coordinate daily tasks with them.

- Train, supervise all other kitchen chefs or staffs and recruit and select appropriate kitchen workers.

- Able to estimate the daily production needs and check the quality of raw and cooked food to ensure the best quality delivered and presented to customers all the time.

- Have knowledge of all standard procedures and policies to food preparation, receiving, storage, health, safety and hygiene.

- Pay attention to all menu items, their recipes, method of production.

- Deal with kitchen matters to ensure all kitchen staffs work under a friendly and healthy environment.

- Have excellent knowledge of menu planning, and provide advice to restaurant manager or owner for price setting.

- Ability to produce own works in accordance with a deadline and assist others in achieving the goal.

- Check the expiry date of the raw materials and storage food under a right temperature.

- Consult with head chef or owner or restaurant manager on the daily requirements, special functions and events.

- Check food stocks and place order from food suppliers within the set budget.

- Keep up with new Chinese cuisine trends to ensure the Restaurant operates on an on-going basis.

- Explaining and enforcing health and hygiene regulations to ensure kitchen is tidy and clean.

In return Majestic Cuisine will offer you:

A stable position in Wellington Region, New Zealand.

A supportive and friendly team environment.

Good pay $28 - $32 per hour.

Guaranteed of 40 to 60 hours per week.

 

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