Cook

We are looking for Cook for a busy Restaurant in Wellington Region.  Great opportunity to work with a friendly team in a busy workplace.

Job Duties

Perform essential food preparation, seasoning, and cooking tasks.

Cook a variety of tandoori items, and other dishes suitable for a bar and restaurant menu.

Regulate temperatures of cooking equipment during food preparation.

Maintain food quality, taste, and consistency at all times.

Prepare gravies, sauces, and bases according to business requirements.

Store food safely in chillers and freezers as required.

Conduct stocktaking and report inventory levels to the Chef or Supervisor.

Assist in developing new recipes and presenting dishes attractively.

Ensure correct serving sizes and maintain high-quality meal standards.

Present, portion, and garnish food correctly for bar and restaurant service.

Prepare dishes according to customer requests, including dietary requirements.

Check the freshness and quality of ingredients daily.

Keep the kitchen clean and compliant with New Zealand health and safety standards.

Maintain strict hygiene practices at all times.

Train and support junior kitchen staff when required.

Candidate Requirements

Minimum of 3 years’ relevant bar & restaurant cooking experience or a Level 4 culinary qualification.

Strong knowledge in preparing bar-style snacks / appetizers.

Flexibility to work in a 7-day operation, including split shifts when required.

Willingness to work during weekends, busy service periods, and evening hours.

Ability to work effectively in a team-driven bar and restaurant environment and follow instructions from supervisors.

Good interpersonal and communication skills suitable for a fast-paced hospitality setting.

A positive, can-do attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to maintaining high standards.