Chef

Just Like Martha Café in Three Kings, Auckland is currently looking for two chefs to join our team:

Sous Chef

As Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role within the kitchen, and guiding the team to consistently deliver to a high standard.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibility for the operation and organisation of a designated part of the kitchen.

Assist with menu planning as required.

Ensure that recipes and proportions are strictly adhered to, to ensure consistency, quality, and cost control.

Impart knowledge, skills, and training to kitchen staff to ensure high standards.

Follow set policies to maintain standards for food safety in all food preparation areas.

Follow set policies to maintain standards for health & safety at work in all food preparation areas.

Ensure all equipment and work environments are operational.

Inform the designated management if any hazards are identified that may affect work conditions.

Order and maintain inventory to ensure efficient operations.

Any other duties that may reasonably require.

Requirements:

·       Minimum 2 years' experience in a Cafe kitchen.

·       Minimum 1 year in a leadership or senior role (e.g. Sous Chef, CDP).

·       Proven ability to manage a section and lead a team

·       Strong time management, organisational, and communication skills.

Chef de Partie –

As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for running a section of the kitchen and supporting Sous Chef in the smooth delivery of service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the operation of a designated section of the kitchen.
• Ensure that recipes and proportions are strictly adhered to, to ensure consistency, quality, and cost control.
• Perform food preparation tasks in the kitchen

• Follow set policies to maintain standards for food safety in all food preparation areas.

• Ensure all equipment and work environments are operational.

• Inform the designated management if any hazards are identified that may affect work conditions.
• If requested, order and maintain inventory to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain a positive relationship between kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Any other duties the Sous Chef may reasonably require.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Cafe kitchen.
• Proven ability working the hot line in a busy cafe.
• Ability to follow instructions, maintain consistency, and work collaboratively within a team.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and enthusiasm

Additional Details:

• Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and public holidays.