Sydenham Souvlaki is providing quality food to customers in Canterbury region. We are looking for a Kitchen hand. This is a full-time permanent role with a minimum of 30 hours per week at the rate of $25 to $31 per hour. The job will be roasted from Monday to Sunday.
Job Duties may include but not limited to:
- Wash, clean, and sanitise dishes, pots, pans, cutlery, glassware, and kitchen equipment using manual and commercial dishwashing machines.
- Assist cooks with basic food preparation tasks including washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, and portioning vegetables, fruits, meats, and other ingredients as per Indian/Greek cooking requirement.
- Prepare simple food items such as salads, Indian/Greek dishes/curries, and masalas under the supervision and as directed by Cook/Manager
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, storage rooms, and food preparation areas.
- Clean kitchen appliances, ovens, grills, fryers, refrigerators, freezers and others
- Remove waste, empty bins, and ensure proper waste segregation in accordance with hygiene and environmental standards.
- Receive deliveries, check stock quality and quantity, label items, and store food and supplies correctly following FIFO (First In, First Out) principles.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety regulations at all times.
- Assist in setting up kitchen stations before service and packing down after service.
- Support other staff during busy service periods to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Monitor cleaning supplies and report shortages or maintenance issues
- Follow instructions from Manager or Cook and maintain teamwork
Education and Experience:
NZ Level 1 or higher qualification or equivalent if overseas qualification
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