The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts in Upper Hutt is seeking 1full-time Cafe Chef to join our progressive team. We are now looking for 1ideal candidate to contribute to our dynamic environment, with the following attributes:

To be right for this role and our organization,you need:

  • A minimum 2 years relevant experience or a level 4 or above relevant qualification.
  • Must be able to work on weekends and work overtime
  • Must be flexible to meet the early morning and late night shifts.
  • Long-term and full commitments are required.
  • Complying with health and safety regulations.
  • Be able to pass a police check

Key tasks &responsibilities:

  • In charge of food preparation and duties based on outstanding cooking techniques and deliver the best dishes set by the restaurant.
  • Ensure quality of food are always delivered at the highest standard and present to customers in a timely manner.
  • Plan menus and create recipes based on seasonal ingredients and customer demands accordingly.
  • Cooking food, placing on plates or takeaway boxes and adding gravies and sauces.
  • Checking stocks and placing orders with suppliers accordingly.
  • Coordinating kitchen and restaurant matters with the owner.
  • Teach,train and supervise kitchen junior staffs the cooking procedures by using the cooking knowledge and experience if needed.
  • Prepare dietary food to meet the customer's special needs.
  • Check temperatures of frozen and hot food and storing them under right temperatures.
  • Keep kitchen tidy and clean and strictly comply with NZ health and hygiene regulations.

In return we will offer you:

  • A supportive and friendly team environment.
    A stable position in Upper Hutt.
  • Good pay S28-$35 per hour.
  • Guaranteed of 40 to 50 hours per week.


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