Chef

We are a busy restaurant in Wellington City Centre and we are now hiring 1 Chef.

Company Name : The First Org LimitedTrading Name : Red Hill RestaurantWork location : WellingtonLength of employment : Full time and permanent.Hours : 40 hours per week (Minimum 30 hours guaranteed)Payrate : $

• to $
• per hourNumber of positions vacant : 1

Job duties of the position offered –

Managing the kitchen operation, kitchen work flow and staffing levels for the teamPlanning and designing menus when necessary, including main menu, chef special menu and the special function menu

Introducing and creating new dishes which take place from time to time

Estimating the cost of dishes for menu item to maximise profit

Making the ingredient and grocery shopping list to the purchaser / manager, or doing shopping of these ingredients

Monitoring the cooking procedures and food quality at all stages

Formulating food preparation procedures and discussing these issues with the manager, and all other kitchen staff

Demonstrating cooking techniques and procedures for the team and advising / supervising other kitchen staff of these techniques

Preparing and cooking high quality A La Carte menu items dishes provided by the business

Enforcing hygiene regulations and maintaining hygienic standard of kitchen, including utensils and foods

Maintaining the health and safety regulations in the workplace

Supervising and training other junior kitchen staff

Monitoring the storage of food in the freezers, refrigerators and walk-in-chillers

Other duties instructed by the owner from time to time as necessary to maintain the sustainability of the business

Requirements of the position offered -

NZQF Level 4 / 5 Diploma in cookery or relevant field, or at least three years relevant work experience is required

Be available to work on weekends and public holidays as per the roster

Flexibility to work within a 7-Days a week operation including split shifts

Be able to work in a fast-paced environment with good communication skills and team spirit

Able to work till late evenings

Can pass drug test and have a clean police record

If this sound like you and you would like to be part of our exciting team, please apply today.

Applicants for this position with NZ citizenship or residence visa will be given preference.

Appropriate work visa is required for non-resident / citizen applicants.