We are a busy and fast-growing restaurant in the heart of Onemana. We are looking for 2 x experienced Chef (CDP) to join our busy team. You will be required to work as efficiently as possible, in a busy team environment. You must be a team player and must be able to work under pressure. You must be passionate about food and cooking.

2 x Chef De Partie (CDP).

Key duties include but not limited to:

  • To organise an assigned section and ensure it runs efficiently and productively.
  • Assist in menu planning and preparatory work and offer new ideas andbe creative.
  • Be familiar with the other kitchen sections, promoting flexibility and productivity.
  • Ensure all food produced is in line with kitchen recipes and standards.
  • Prepare and cook all food orders with a sense of urgency.
  • Check all food is stored and handled as per current food health and hygiene regulations.
  • Be familiar with and follow the Food Control Plan.
  • Ensure that work area, equipment and section is kept clean at all times, in accordance with current health and hygiene regulations and statutory requirement.
  • Monitor daily kitchen food and product requirements and advise the supervisor of these well in advance.
  • Discussing food preparation issues with Head Chef, Managers, Kitchen and Waiting Staff
  • Monitor food preparation and wastage costs control these by following efficient preparation methods and standard recipes. Preserve and freeze food when required.
  • Inform Head/Sous Chef of any short falls in stock or ordering needed for the next day.
  • May assist junior chefs in training.
  • Ensure all maintenance problems are promptly reported to Head or Sous Chef.
  • Any other reasonable request as required by your Head Chef or Management.

A successful candidate will need to be flexible to work different shifts. If you want to be part of a high-quality environment, we invite you to apply.

To be considered for this role you should be able to provide previous work references. Working on weekends and will be available on calls (if required) for this position.

Hourly wage rate: $20 - $33 per hour depending on experience and skills.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role OR
  • Level 4 Diploma in cookery or above essential.

Preference will be given to candidates who are already in New Zealand and has a relevant work experience. All suitable candidates should be able to pass a preemployment drug test and a Ministry of Justice/Police check when required.

Only applications that are shortlisted will be contacted.

If this sounds like you and you have the experience, work ethic and team attitude then please email CV & Cover Letter.