Indian Cook jobs

RK Goals Limited is seeking a skilled and dependable Chef to join our team in Christchurch, Canterbury region. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing authentic, high-quality North Indian cuisine while maintaining excellent food standards and consistency. This role is ideal for someone who has a passion for Indian cooking, thrives in a busy kitchen environment, and works well as part of a collaborative and professional team.

The role also involves off-site catering, and the candidate will be required to travel within the region to meet business requirements. The employer will cover the travel and fuel costs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Designing food menus, developing recipes, and ensuring all dishes consistently deliver authentic Indian flavours, high quality, and appealing presentation.
• Preparing and arranging ingredients, including spice mixes, marinades, sauces, gravies, and other food components required for daily kitchen operations.
• Supervising food preparation and cooking activities to maintain consistency in taste, quality, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Managing tandoor operations, including preparing and cooking naan, kebabs, and a range of traditional tandoori dishes.
• Ensuring all food preparation, handling, and service activities meet required food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Supporting and directing kitchen assistants and junior team members to maintain an efficient workflow during preparation and service periods.
• Monitoring kitchen inventory, ingredients, and supplies, assisting with stock control and ordering requirements when necessary.
• Checking ingredient freshness and quality while ensuring proper storage, handling, and stock rotation procedures are followed.
• Managing food usage effectively by minimising wastage and maintaining appropriate portion sizes in line with business requirements.
• Maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and readiness of kitchen areas, equipment, and food preparation stations.
• Following workplace health and safety procedures and ensuring all kitchen equipment is operated and handled safely.
• Providing guidance and assisting with the training of junior kitchen staff in Indian cooking techniques, food preparation processes, and kitchen standards.
• Preparing and cooking a diverse range of Indian cuisine, including curries, biryanis, breads, tandoori dishes, snacks, and regional speciality items.

Required to work for a minimum of 30 hours per week and will be paid between $25 to $35 per hour.

Requirements for the role

• At least 1 year of relevant work experience or a relevant level 4 qualification is required
• Flexible availability to work weekends and different shifts as required.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment and handle pressure.
• Positive team player with a cooperative approach.
• Reliable, professional, and committed to maintaining food quality and service standards.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person