Cook – Hastings, Hawke’s Bay

We are looking for two dedicated and enthusiastic Cooks to join our busy restaurant in Hastings, Hawke’s Bay.

This is a permanent position offering a minimum of 30 hours per week, with an hourly pay rate of $25–$35 per hour, depending on your skills, experience, and suitability for the role. Flexiblility requires to work weekends, late-night shifts, and public holidays.

What You Will Be Doing Day-to-Day

  • Examine foodstuffs to ensure freshness, quality, and suitability for preparation.
  • Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills, and other cooking equipment.
  • Prepare and cook food according to recipes and established standards.
  • Season food during cooking to achieve the required flavour and quality.
  • Portion food appropriately, plate meals, and add gravies, sauces, and garnishes.
  • Store food safely in temperature-controlled facilities.
  • Prepare meals to meet special dietary requirements where required.
  • Assist with menu planning and estimating food quantities and requirements.
  • Train and support other kitchen staff and apprentices where required.
  • Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness throughout the kitchen.

Essential Skills and Attributes

  • Minimum 2 years’ relevant restaurant experience or Level 4 Cookery/Hospitality qualification.
  • Strong cooking, food preparation, and presentation skills.
  • Reliable, professional, and team-oriented.
  • Willing to learn and develop skills.
  • Able to work efficiently under pressure and follow procedures.
  • Good communication and food safety awareness.
  • Available to work weekends, nights, and public holidays.
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