Job Details:

Employer: Bawarchi New Zealand Limited
Location: Auckland
Position: Cook
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Minimum of 30 hours per week

About the Role

Bawarchi New Zealand Limited is seeking an experienced and reliable Cook to join our busy restaurant team. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes, maintaining food safety standards, and supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook meals according to the restaurant’s recipes and quality standards.

  • Prepare ingredients, including washing, cutting, marinating, and portioning food.

  • Cook a variety of Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori dishes, rice dishes, breads, snacks, and other menu items.

  • Ensure all meals are prepared and presented consistently and on time.

  • Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients.

  • Assist with planning menus and estimating food requirements.

  • Maintain appropriate portion sizes and minimise food waste.

  • Store food and ingredients safely in accordance with food safety requirements.

  • Monitor stock levels and notify management when supplies need to be ordered.

  • Keep kitchen equipment, workstations, utensils, and storage areas clean and hygienic.

  • Follow all health and safety, food hygiene, and workplace policies.

  • Assist with training and supervising kitchen assistants when required.

  • Work effectively with chefs, kitchen staff, and front-of-house employees.

  • Perform opening and closing kitchen duties as required.

  • Must be able to cook Hyderabad dum-style    biryani and desserts

  • Cook unsupervised 

  • Bulk and catering cooking 

Skills and Experience

The successful applicant should have:

  • Relevant Experience or a relevant qualification.

  • Working hours 30 hours per week and pay rate $25 to $30 Per hour

  • Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and kitchen hygiene.

  • The ability to work efficiently in a busy and fast-paced environment.

  • Strong time-management and organisational skills.

  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • A positive attitude and a commitment to maintaining high food-quality standards.

Work Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be available to work evenings, weekends, public holidays, and split shifts when required.

  • Be physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.

  • Be reliable, punctual, and able to work under pressure.

  • Have the legal right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain an appropriate work visa.

Any NZ citizen or resident or work visa holder can apply for this position 

 

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