Tran Ruby Bella Limited, established in April 2024, operates Tran's Kitchen at the Manawa Bay Outlet Shopping Mall, located near Auckland Airport. The restaurant offers a captivating culinary experience, showcasing the vibrant and diverse flavors of Vietnam. To support our growing operations and address ongoing staff shortages, we are seeking skilled and reliable Cooks to join our dynamic and fast-paced kitchen team.
What We offer:
Full-time permanent roles - 30 minimum guaranteed work hour per week
The rate of pay or salary: $25.00/hr - $27.00/hr before tax depending on backgrounds and experience
About the role
The ideal candidate will have experience preparing Vietnamese cuisine, a passion for food, and the ability to thrive in a busy, customer-facing environment. You will be responsible for daily food preparation, cooking, and ensuring all dishes are made to high standards of taste, hygiene, and presentation.
Key responsibilities and tasks
- Prepare and cook lunch and dinner menu items according to recipes and standards
- Set up and stock kitchen with all necessary ingredients and cooking equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations in accordance with food safety regulations.
- Ensure food is presented attractively and consistently.
- Assist with prep work, portioning, and storing food properly
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate any shortages to the manager.
- Follow food hygiene and safety procedures at all times.
- Work efficiently to meet customer demand during peak hours.
Requirements and skills:
- A minimum of 2 years relevant experience as a cook or in a similar kitchen role, preferably with Vietnamese or Asian cuisine.
- Good knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food safety practices.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Availability to work varied shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and public holidays, as operationally required.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- A positive attitude and team-focused mindset
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or the legal rights to work in NZ
If you meet our requirements, please forward your cover letter and CV.