Chefs - specialised in Vietnamese cuisine

We are seeking two passionate Chefs specialising in authentic Vietnamese cuisine to join our team. The successful candidates will prepare and cook traditional Vietnamese dishes, with a focus on noodle soups, braised dishes, and salads, using traditional Vietnamese spices, herbs, and specialty ingredients to ensure authentic flavours, while overseeing kitchen operations to maintain quality and efficiency.

Location: Otago, New Zealand


Type: Full-time, Permanent


Hours: At least 30 hours per week

Applicants must be flexible to work various shifts from Monday to Sunday, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Wage: Negotiable, from $30 to $34 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and cook a wide range of authentic Vietnamese dishes, preserving traditional techniques and flavours, with a strong focus on developing rich broths for noodle soups such as "phở" and slow-braised beef noodles (e.g. Bún bò huế, bò kho, etc..), as well as Vietnamese-style salads, spring rolls, and traditional desserts.
  • Ensure food is prepared as per customer orders and delivered in a timely manner.
  • Ensure all dishes meet high standards of quality, presentation, and authentic flavour before serving.
  • Manage cooking processes for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.
  • Delegate tasks to kitchen staff to ensure smooth workflow and efficient kitchen operations.
  • Responsible for compliance with food control plan including food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness.
  • Manage staffing requirements including training and recruitment needs.
  • Ensure food costs are in line with the kitchen budget.
  • Maintain accurate stock records and ensure timely and efficient ordering of stock.
  • Plan menu and develop new dishes.
  • Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients.

Required skills / knowledge / experience / qualification:

  1. Strong knowledge of Vietnamese cuisine is essential.
  2. Excellent time management ability.
  3. Have Either:
  • A minimum two years’ relevant experience in a professional, fast-paced kitchen environment; or
  • A Relevant NZQF Diploma in Cookery

If this sounds like you, please send us your CV and cover letter to apply. 

You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Please state in your cover letter the basis of your work eligibility (e.g. work visa, resident visa, or New Zealand citizenship).

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