Cafena is looking for experienced Chefs to join our team at our Auckland CBD restaurant.

We are looking for reliable and motivated people who enjoy working in a busy kitchen environment, take pride in the food they prepare, and can consistently deliver dishes to a high standard.

Role: Permanent, full-time Chef
Guaranteed hours: Minimum 30 hours per week
Pay rate: $30–$32 per hour, depending on skills and experience
Location: Auckland CBD

As a Chef at Cafena, your responsibilities will include:

  • preparing and cooking dishes in accordance with our menu and food quality standards;
  • assisting with menu planning and determining food quantities and requirements;
  • monitoring the quality, taste and presentation of food;
  • ensuring dishes are prepared consistently and presented to the required standard;
  • working with management on new dishes and improvements to existing menu items;
  • ordering and receiving food and kitchen supplies and monitoring stock levels;
  • ensuring ingredients and supplies are properly stored and rotated;
  • coordinating with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient and timely service;
  • maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen;
  • ensuring food safety, hygiene and health and safety requirements are followed;
  • assisting with the training and supervision of other kitchen staff where required; and
  • carrying out other reasonable duties associated with the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.

To be considered for this role, applicants must have:

  • a minimum of 2 years' relevant experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen;
  • good knowledge of food preparation and commercial kitchen practices;
  • a good understanding of food hygiene and food safety requirements;
  • the ability to work efficiently and maintain food quality during busy service periods;
  • good organisational and time-management skills;
  • the ability to work independently and as part of a team; and
  • flexibility to work rostered shifts across our 6-day operating week, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

If you have solid commercial kitchen experience and would like to join the Cafena team, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant Chef experience.

Employer Request: “We prefer a video profile with your application - it helps us get to know you better and may increase your chances of being shortlisted.”

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following question(s):

  • How many years of relevant experience do you have working as a Chef?
  • Are you available to work at least 30 hours per week, including rostered weekends and public holidays where required?
  • Are you available to work rostered shifts across our 6-day operating week?
  • What is your current New Zealand work status?
  • If shortlisted, are you available to attend an interview and provide references from previous employers?
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