Tacobebe Limited is seeking an experienced Chef to join our busy kitchen in Stanmore Bay Auckland. Our menu offers modern Mexican cuisine inspired by locally sourced New Zealand ingredients and combines sweet, savoury, spicy and acidic flavours.

The role is full-time, with a minimum of 30 guaranteed hours per week, and offers a competitive hourly rate of $30.00–$40.00.

Key tasks include:

  • Plan and develop menus in consultation with management;

  • Create and improve recipes for modern Mexican and Mexican fusion dishes;

  • Estimate food requirements, food costs and kitchen labour requirements;

  • Select suppliers and order food supplies within the approved budget;

  • Inspect ingredients for freshness, quality and suitability;

  • Prepare, season and cook menu items through appropriate culinary techniques;

  • Monitor the quality of dishes throughout preparation, cookery and presentation;

  • Maintain consistent portion sizes, flavours, appearance and presentation;

  • Coordinate food preparation and kitchen activities during service;

  • Discuss food preparation and service matters with management and kitchen staff;

  • Demonstrate culinary techniques and advise kitchen staff on preparation procedures;

  • Train and guide cooks and other kitchen staff;

  • Develop dishes to accommodate customers’ dietary requirements where required;

  • Manage the proper storage, rotation and preservation of ingredients and prepared food;

  • Monitor kitchen stock levels and minimise food waste;

  • Maintain kitchen equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition; and

  • Implement and enforce food hygiene, food safety and health and safety requirements.

 

Requirements:

  • At least two years of relevant experience.

  • Experience with Mexican cuisine and ingredients is preferred;

  • Availability to work on weekends and public holidays as required.

 

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