We are looking for 2x Cooks for a busy Restaurant in Gisborne Region. Great opportunity to work with a friendly team in a busy workplace.
Job duties:
· Performing all the essential food preparation, seasoning and cooking
· Responsible to cook varieties of Indian curries and tandoori dishes
· Regulating temperatures of cooking equipment during the cooking process
· Maintain and ensure food quality at all times
· Prepare the gravies and sauces as per the business requirements
· Storing food in chillier and freezer as required
· Stocktaking and reporting it to the Chef
· Assist in developing recipes & present the food
· Assist with the serving sizes and quality of meals
· Ensure the food is presented, portioned and garnished correctly
· Prepare the food as per the request of customers with dietary requirements
· Required to check freshness of food & ingredients
· Clean and keep the kitchen as required by NZ health standards
· Maintaining hygiene at all times
· Train other kitchen staff whenever require
Candidate requirements:
· 1 year of work experience as Kitchen Hand or any relevant position in Kitchen or Level 4 qualification
· Hold knowledge to prepare authentic Indian curry and tandoori cuisines including snacks
· Flexibility to work within a 7-Days a week operation including split shifts
· Willing to work on weekends
· Be able to work in a team and take direction from supervisors
· Have good interpersonal and communication skills
Work location: Gisborne region
Hours: 30 hours per week