We are a Chinese restaurant seeking professional Chinese Chef to join our team.
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Hours per week: Minimum 30 hours
Employment type: Full-time, permanent
Hourly rate: $25-$28 per hour depending on your experience
Main Responsibilities:
- planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies for daily restaurant operations;
- monitoring the quality of dishes throughout preparation and presentation to ensure consistency and customer satisfaction;
- discussing food preparation and service arrangements with Managers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation during service periods;
- demonstrating Chinese cooking techniques and advising kitchen staff on food preparation procedures;
- preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of Chinese dishes, including stir-fries, soups and specialty meals;
- explaining and enforcing food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards;
- assisting with the training and supervision of kitchen staff where required;
- storing, freezing and preserving food ingredients in accordance with restaurant procedures and food safety requirements.
Requirements:
- At least two years relevant work experience in Chinese style cooking
- Strong knowledge of Chinese cooking methods and ingredients
- Ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Flexible with working hours, including weekends and evenings
Employer Questions
Your application will include the following question(s):
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Are you a NZ citizen/Resident and able to bring ID for verification?
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Have you attached CV required?
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Do you have a relevant qualification?
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Do you have at least one year relevant work experience?
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What is your salary expectation?