2 X Cooks for Indian Cuisine

We have 2 X Cooks positions available in Auckland region.

Both positions are full time and permanent.

You will need to have “Relevant qualifications or experience”

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Must be enthusiastic, fast and hard working. Must have either a relevant qualification or at least 1 year of relevant work experience with proven knowledge in cooking especially Indian Cuisine. Experience/knowledge of Indian cuisine/culture is a bonus.

Good working Knowledge of Regional cuisines and a willingness to learn new things. Examine food to maintain quality, quantity and taste. Responsible and cooking the food according to customer orders. Good communication skills and a positive attitude. Should be a passionate Hospitality Professional.

The position will require
- Weekend work, late-night work, public holidays and split shifts.
- Able to work flexible hours and cover up large orders and catering
- Able to work standing for long hours
- Able to do heavy lifting
- Assist Front of House staff if required

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS
- Main responsibility is to prepare and cook Indian curries, tandoori dishes and other starters
- Assist the senior staff with planning of menus, estimate food and labour costs, and order food supplies
- Maintaining high standards of quality, taste and presentation of each item as set out by the restaurant
- Ensure the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation are as per the standards
- Work with the Restaurant Manager or Head chef for kitchen duties
- Maintaining kitchen equipment and tools in perfect working condition
- Maintaining high standards of personal and workplace hygiene
- Maintaining impeccable personal hygiene as well as high work and safety standards in the workplace
- To preserve the food and freeze them as required
- Honest, punctual and reliable
- Have a genuine interest in food and the hospitality industry
- Full job responsibility will be provided on the contract letter

**BENEFITS**:
We value creativity and like to reward hard work by giving you the opportunity to express your ideas and showcase your abilities wherever possible.

We place a strong emphasis on personal development and advancement and where possible will work with you to help you achieve this through further training.

In return, we can offer genuine independent opportunities for growth and development and very good remuneration from $29.70 per hour based on work experience and knowledge. Each position requires a minimum of at least 30 hours per week or more as per the roster.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Applicants for this position to hold valid work visa or NZ citizenship or residence visa.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $29.70 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 30 per week

**Benefits**:

- Free food

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Shift work