Chef / Cook, Columbus Coffee Wellington Central

Chef / Cook, Columbus Coffee Wellington CentralWe have an exciting lead Chef / Cook opportunity available at our newest Columbus Coffee Café, located in the Mitre 10 Wellington Central store on Tory Street.

This will be café number 76 across New Zealand.

Columbus Coffee cafés have been owned and operated by Kiwis for the past 30 years, making Columbus Coffee the largest and oldest owned and operated café chain in New Zealand.

We offer proven systems and have award-winning consultants to support our team.The appointed chef / cook will go above and beyond to provide our customers with a premium dining experience.

They should have an engaging personality, fit well with the team, and be willing to help and support throughout the café.

What do we offer?

Competitive pay rateEarly starts & early finishes, usually 6 : 00 am till 3 : 00 pm (to be confirmed)Training and upskillingAs the Cafe ChefYou will contribute to the successful running of the kitchenYou will receive a full induction and training but must be confident and experienced to work independentlyThe ideal candidate for this role willBe a team player with good communication skillsBe a professional committed to high standards and take pride in the quality of the foodBe solution-focused with the ability to manage stressful situations effectivelyBe confident with stock control systems, food costing, and food complianceHave a solid understanding of FCP and H&S in cafésIdeally have at least 12 months experience as a chef in a busy café kitchen, with experience in cooking short order brunch meals and baking skills for savoury and sweet food cabinet itemsBe able to work on a 7-day roster, including weekdays, weekends, and public holidays as requiredResponsibilities includePrepare and cook meals according to Columbus Coffee standardsPrepare baked goods for the cabinet, ensuring innovation and freshnessCreate seasonal local dishesManage productivity, stock control, and rotationMonitor and control food purchasing, specifications, and stock levels dailyMaintain high standards of Food Safety complianceOnly shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Applicants must be legally able to work in NZ.Closing Date : Tuesday, 30 September

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