Chinese Restaurant jobs

We are a Chinese restaurant seeking professional Chinese Chef to join our team.

Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Hours per week: Minimum 30 hours
Employment type: Full-time, permanent
Hourly rate: $25-$28 per hour depending on your experience

Main Responsibilities:

• planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies for daily restaurant operations;
• monitoring the quality of dishes throughout preparation and presentation to ensure consistency and customer satisfaction;
• discussing food preparation and service arrangements with Managers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation during service periods;
• demonstrating Chinese cooking techniques and advising kitchen staff on food preparation procedures;
• preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of Chinese dishes, including stir-fries, soups and specialty meals;
• explaining and enforcing food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards;
• assisting with the training and supervision of kitchen staff where required;
• storing, freezing and preserving food ingredients in accordance with restaurant procedures and food safety requirements.

Requirements:

• At least two years relevant work experience in Chinese style cooking
• Strong knowledge of Chinese cooking methods and ingredients
• Ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Flexible with working hours, including weekends and evenings