Job Description: 

We are a busy Vietnamese restaurant seeking an experienced Roast Meat Chef to join our kitchen team. The role focuses on preparing authentic Chinese-style roast meats, including char siu, roast duck, and crispy roast pork, to complement our diverse Vietnamese menu.

The role will include, but not limited to:

  • Select, prepare, marinate, and season pork and duck in accordance with traditional Chinese roast meat recipes and standards.

  • Operate commercial ovens and specialized roasting equipment to produce char siu, roast duck, and crispy roast pork.

  • Control roasting temperatures and timing to achieve the desired texture, crispiness, and flavor.

  • Apply sauces, glazes, or basting during roasting to ensure the right color, taste, and presentation.

  • Slice, portion, and plate roasted meats as required, ensuring consistency and stable quality of all dishes.

  • Store raw and cooked meats properly in compliance with food safety standards to maintain hygiene and safety.

  • Keep the roast meat preparation area clean, including ovens, chopping boards, knives, and related utensils.

  • Work collaboratively with other chefs to ensure timely preparation and delivery of menu items.

  • Monitor the use of key ingredients (pork, duck, seasonings, sauces) and promptly report procurement needs to the head chef or kitchen manager.

  • Prepare roast meats or adjust cooking methods based on customer preferences or special requests where appropriate.

  • Other duties may by reasonably required 

Job pre-requisites: 

  • At least 2 years’ cookery working experience

  • Relevant cookery qualification or certificate is preferable but not a must

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Attention to details and a hard-working attitude.

  • Reliable, friendly and professional manner 

  • Have a strong focus on food hygiene and cleanlines

Other details:

  • Job Salary : $30.00 - $31.00   
  • Working hours: 30 -  40 hours per week
  • Location: Auckland Region 

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