Cook

6 days ago

Hamilton, New Zealand PORTOFINO HAMILTON LIMITED Full time

Cook full time

This is full time permanent position.
Minimum of 30 hours per week ( 30-50 hours max)
Good pay rate of min $25 - $30 per hour

Flexible hours-5 days working week.

**Requirements**:
Must experience in a la carte establishments minimum 1 year

Must have relevant cookery qualification

Skills required
Time management skills, good organisational skills,
Able to work efficiently under pressure,
Able to work in a team, as well individually.
Ability to manage a section efficiently
Supervision and training skills
A flair for preparing and serving high quality meals ( a la carte)
An understanding of kitchen cost control

Duties and responsibilities.

Will work directly under supervision of Head Chef and Sous Chef
Report to Head/sous Chef and Managers
Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Cook and package batches of food, which are prepared to order or kept warm
until sold.
Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several
different orders simultaneously.
Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
Measure ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, griddles, ovens, stoves.
Pre-cook items, in order to prepare them for later service.
Prepare specialty dishes and other general foods following specific methods
that usually require short preparation time under supervision of Chefs
Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by
patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions.
Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity.
Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking.
Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.
Order, check and take delivery of supplies.
Schedule activities and equipment use with managers, using information about
daily menus to help coordinate cooking times.
Measure and assemble ingredients for menu items
Collaborate with the Executive Chefs and other Chefs/cooks to prepare meals during our dining hours
Maintain accurate food inventories
Properly store food items at appropriate temperatures
Rotate stock items as per established procedures
Restock kitchen for subsequent shifts
Ensure that the food prep area and kitchen are cleaned and sanitized at the
end of your shift

You must be able to provide us references from previous jobs,
In return, we offer you a competitive salary and the opportunity to create a name for yourself.

We are looking for a motivated hardworking individual to join our amazing team.

  • Cook

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton East, New Zealand The Cook Bar Full time

    **The Cook Bar** **Cook**: **Waikato, Hamilton, Hamilton East** $23.50 - $24.00 Hourly Permanent Part time - **Good Team**: - **Kitchen closes service at 9.00pm**: - **Staff discount** Experience in a fast paced gastropub would be an advantage. Our venue is well known and respected locally. We do a lot of function work as well with 21sts and other...

  • Cook

    1 week ago

    Hamilton, New Zealand RAJPUTANA LIMITED Full time

    We are looking for 2 skilled and enthusiastic Cook to join our kitchen team! **Position**: Cook **Location**: New Zealand **Key Responsibilities**: - Prepare and cook a variety of fast food dishes according to company recipes and standards. - Ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner while maintaining high-quality standards. - Follow food safety and...

  • Cook

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, New Zealand Ikan Hamilton Limited Full time

    **This job is required to perform: (specific duty tasks)** - Take responsibility for the preparation, presentation and serving of all meals to an exceptional standard - Cook according to the steps and techniques as needed for the dish being prepared - Cook meals in quantities according to menu and number of persons to be served - Set the workstation with the...

  • Cook

    4 weeks ago

    Hamilton, New Zealand Day Day New Ltd Full time

    Cook wanted Day Day New Ltd is a busy and well-established Chinese and Fish & Chip takeaway business located in Auckland, proudly serving freshly cooked meals to our loyal local community. We specialise in authentic stir-fried dishes, classic Kiwi fish and chips, burgers, and takeaway favourites. We are now seeking a skilled Cook to join our fast-paced...

  • Cook

    4 days ago

    Hamilton, New Zealand El Mexicano Zapata Limited Full time NZ$30,000 - NZ$60,000 per year

    El Mexicano Zapata Cantina, is the number 1 outstanding Authentic Mexican Restaurant in Rotorua and we are expanding our reach in Hamilton City.A Full-time Cook is immediately neededAbout the role:Have a minimum of 2 years experience as Cook/Line CookPreferably has a knowledge in South American/Mexican/Asian Cuisine style of cooking but not required.Be...

  • Cooks

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, New Zealand China Canteen Limited Full time

    Ability to speak Chinese and Cantonese is preferred; Previous working experience in Chinese restaurants is preferred; - Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment - Checking ingredients to make sure the quality and freshness - Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes in various utensils and grillers - Seasoning, portioning,...

  • Cooks

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, New Zealand China Canteen Limited Full time

    Ability to speak Chinese and Cantonese is preferred; Previous working experience in Chinese restaurants is preferred;  - Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment• Checking ingredients to make sure the quality and freshness• Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes in various utensils and grillers• Seasoning,...

  • Cook

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, New Zealand AQIBHAQUE FOOD LIMITED Full time

    AQIBHAQUE FOOD LIMITED trading as Tandoor Corner in Hamilton is currently recruiting for the role of a full time and permanent Cook Requirement: Level 4 qualification or 2 years minimum experience **Key Responsibilities in this role**: - Examining foodstuffs to ensure quality. - Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment. -...

  • Cook

    4 weeks ago

    Hamilton, New Zealand Em Private Limited Full time

    EM Private Limited is seeking an enthusiastic Cook to join their passionate culinary team at the fast-paced eatery – Spookers Bar and Eatery in Hamilton, Waikato. The candidate will be responsible for the following duties:• Accurately follow recipes to prepare and cook items as per the menu.• Prepare and measure ingredients needed for cooking...

  • Cook

    6 days ago

    Hamilton, New Zealand SB&AG LIMITED Full time

    We're seeking a passionate and dedicated cook to join our team. **Company**:SB & AG Limited **Position and number of position**:1 Cook **Location**:Hamilton **Key Responsibilities**: - Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to standard recipes - Ensure food quality, freshness, and presentation at all times - Monitor and regulate cooking equipment such...