Cook

CAPTAIN COOKS HOSPITALITY LIMITED are looking for 2 x Cook at our Bar & Restaurant in Marton. We are a busy and fast-growing Restaurant & Bar.

Captain Cooks bar are renowned for their positive attitude, great work ethic, and passion for hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you to our team. This role is ideal for a passionate, hard-working individual, with a commitment to high standards and an interest in learning and developing their skills in our organisation. You will be required to work efficiently in a busy team environment with high standards. Ideal candidates should have at least a one-year relevant work experience and culinary skills or a relevant qualification at level 3 or above of the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF)

Cooks: Core duties include;

• Examining foodstuffs to ensure quality
• regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
• preparing and cooking food.
• Manage prep time and minimise wastage.
• Maintain and monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Follow recipes and instructions carefully.
• Seasoning food during cooking.
• Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishe
• Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities
• Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements
• Stocktake and ordering.
• May train other kitchen staff and apprentices.
• Assisting in menu planning and prepare seasonal menu.
• Be familiar with daily and ongoing menus, functions, specials etc.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standard.
• Ensure all statutory, as well as establishment, hygiene regulations are strictly adhered to.

A successful candidate will need to be flexible to work different shifts. If you want to be part of a high-quality environment, we invite you to apply.

To be considered for this role you should be able to provide previous work references.

Working on weekends and will be available on-calls (if required) for this position. Hourly wage rate: $25 - $30 per hour depending on experience and skills.

Requirements:

Ideal candidates should have at least a one-year relevant work experience and culinary skills or a relevant qualification at level 3 or above of the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF)

Preference will be given to candidates who are already in New Zealand and has relevant work experience.

All suitable candidates should be able to pass a drug test and a Ministry of Justice/Police check when required.

If this sounds like you and you have the experience, work ethic and team attitude then please send in your CV along with a cover letter and your relevant qualifications and experience.