Asian Cuisine Cook

Asian Cuisine Cook wanted.

Workplace : HaweraWe are a Hawera-based business currently seeking multiple Asian Cuisine Cooks to join our team.

These are full-time positions with a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week, offering the chance to work in a busy kitchen environment, preparing dishes to a high standard.

The main duty of this role is to prepare, season and cook Asian cuisine to a high standard to support our business.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities :

• Inspecting and examining food ingredients to ensure they meet required quality standards for Asian cuisine preparation.
• Monitoring and adjusting temperatures of ovens, grills, and other cooking equipment to ensure proper cooking conditions.
• Preparing, cooking, and presenting Asian cuisine according to required recipes and standards.
• Adding seasonings and flavourings during the cooking process to enhance taste.
• Portioning and plating food, including applying sauces, gravies, and garnishes to ensure an appealing presentation.
• Storing food appropriately in temperature-controlled environments to maintain freshness and safety.
• Preparing meals to meet specific dietary requirements, such as vegetarian, gluten-free, or allergen-free options.
• May assist in menu planning and estimating food supply requirements based on demand.
• May also be responsible for training and mentoring kitchen staff and apprentices to ensure consistent quality and adherence to food safety standards

The successful candidate must have :

At least one year, ideally with two or more years of relevant work experience.

Good work attitude and good communication skills

Strong motivation

Physical fitness and could handle the heavy workload

Quality workmanship and eye for detail

Strong dedication to health and workplace safety

Excellent interpersonal skills to work with other team members.

Strong ability to work independently