Chef / Cook Wanted - Mezbaan Restaurant (Auckland)

1 day ago

Auckland City, New Zealand MAGNER TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Trading as Mezbaan Restaurant) Full time

**Chef / Cook Wanted - Mezbaan Restaurant (Auckland)**
- **Company Name**: MAGNER TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Trading as _Mezbaan Restaurant_)

**Location**: Auckland, New Zealand
- **Positions Available**: 2
- **Employment Type**: Full-time, Permanent
- **Salary Range**: $25 - $35 per hour (based on experience and skills)

Mezbaan Restaurant is a newly opened authentic dining destination in Auckland, specialising in **traditional Pakistani and Indian cuisine**. We are looking for **skilled and passionate Chefs/Cooks** to join our team and help us deliver high-quality dishes that celebrate the rich culinary traditions of the subcontinent.

**Role Description**:As a Chef/Cook at Mezbaan Restaurant, you will be responsible for:

- Preparing, seasoning, and cooking authentic Pakistani and Indian dishes such as desserts, curries, kebabs, biryanis, tandoori breads / plain and stuffed naans and grilled / BBQ items
- Creating sauces, gravies, and marinades using traditional spice blends to maintain authentic taste.
- Planning and organising the daily kitchen workflow, including food preparation, cooking, and timely service.
- Ensuring consistency in flavour, texture, and presentation for every dish served.
- Monitoring inventory levels of ingredients and assisting with ordering supplies to avoid shortages.
- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and ensuring compliance with New Zealand food hygiene and health & safety standards.
- Training and mentoring junior kitchen staff when required.
- Assisting in developing seasonal menus and introducing innovative dishes while preserving traditional authenticity.
- Collaborating with restaurant management to maintain cost control and minimise food wastage.
- Ensuring smooth coordination with front-of-house staff to guarantee customer satisfaction.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum **2 years of proven experience** as a Chef or Cook in Indian/Pakistani cuisine.
- Strong knowledge of traditional cooking methods, spices, and recipes.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent time management, teamwork, and communication skills.
- Commitment to food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety standards.

If you are passionate about traditional food and want to be part of an exciting new restaurant journey, we would love to hear from you

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 50 per week

Work Location: In person

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