We are a busy café located in the heart of Takapuna, Auckland, looking for a talented and dedicated chef to join our kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for chefs who are passionate about great food, work well under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced café environment.

The working hours will be a minimum of 30 hours per week, we offer an hourly rate of $25.00 to $35.00 for the right candidates. 

Key Responsibilities:
    • Prepare and cook menu items according to café recipes and presentation standards
    • Plan and develop seasonal menus with consideration for cost, availability of ingredients, and customer appeal
    • Monitor food quality at all stages of preparation and presentation to ensure consistency and high standards
    • Participate in estimating food and labour requirements to support efficient kitchen operation and cost management
    • Manage inventory, conduct regular stocktakes, and order supplies as needed
    • Ensure proper storage of food and ingredients in accordance with food safety regulations
    • Train and supervise junior kitchen staff to uphold kitchen standards and support daily operations
    • Follow the Food Control Plan at all times and maintain a clean, compliant kitchen environment
    • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety policies, identify and minimise risks, and support a safe working environment for all staff


What We’re Looking For:
    • Minimum 2 years of experience as a chef, preferably in a café or similar setting
    • Alternatively hold a cookery qualification at NZQF level 4 or higher 
    • Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays
    • Reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented
    • Strong communication and teamwork skills
    • Passion for quality food and excellent customer service

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

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