Chef

Ampersand Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampersand Limited in Auckland City is seeking an experienced Japanese Ramen Cook (2IC) to join our small kitchen team. You will handle all aspects of food preparation, cooking, quality control, and kitchen duties, ensuring an authentic dining experience for customers. Location: Auckland CBD, full-time, permanent role.

Wage range: NZD 26.50–31.50 per hour depending on experience and skills. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in food and beverage, including ramen, strong hygiene practices,

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in food and beverage, with 6+ months cooking Japanese ramen in a commercial setting.
• High level of personal cleanliness and strong food hygiene understanding.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team.
• Solid knowledge of Japanese cooking techniques and ramen preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, broths, stocks, noodles and condiments under direction of the chef.
• Cook to set standards and maintain dish quality.
• Portion food and ensure consistency in each dish.
• Adhere to hygiene regulations and health and safety policies.
• Receive deliveries and manage stock with temperature records where required.

Skills

Cooking

Pressure handling

Food hygiene

Team leadership

Education

Professional cookery qualification (preferred)

Job description

Cooks in Auckland City can expect to earn between NZ$22 to NZ$30 per hour. This range can vary based on experience, the type of establishment, and specific responsibilities. Higher-paying roles may exist for specialized chefs or those in senior positions .

Leading hospitality groups and popular restaurants are often the top employers for cooks in Auckland City . Consider establishments like SkyCity Entertainment Group, The Nourish Group, and specific well-regarded restaurants known for their culinary excellence.

While formal culinary qualifications are beneficial, practical experience is highly valued. Many employers look for a strong work ethic , ability to work under pressure, and a passion for food preparation . Food safety certifications are also frequently required.

Working hours for cooks in Auckland City can be varied, often including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Shifts can range from part-time to full-time, depending on the employer's needs and the specific role.

Japanese Ramen Cook (2IC)

Auckland City $22 - $30 per hour help_outline Manpuku Limited

We are a Japanese restaurant specialising in ramen and other traditional Japanese dishes, committed to delivering an authentic and quality Japanese dining experience to customers in Auckland.

We are looking for an experienced Japanese Ramen Cook (2IC) who can work on all aspects of food preparation, cooking, quality control, and professional kitchen duties within our small kitchen team.

Location: Auckland CBD. Full-time, Permanent role.

Wage rate: $26.50 - $31.50 / hr, depending on experience and skills.

Hours: Minimum guaranteed hours of work are 35 hours per week. By mutual written agreement between the Employer and the Employee, additional hours beyond 40 hours per week may be worked to meet business needs.

We are a Japanese restaurant specialising in ramen and other traditional Japanese dishes, committed to delivering an authentic and quality Japanese dining experience to customers in Auckland.

We are looking for an experienced Japanese Ramen Cook (2IC) who can work on all aspects of food preparation, cooking, quality control, and professional kitchen duties within our small kitchen team. You will help lead the team and need to demonstrate strong cooking ability, understanding of health and safety and food hygiene requirements, and a great can-do attitude.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients, including broths, stocks and noodles, condiments and side dishes under the direction of chef
• Cook food to set standards and maintain excellence in the dishes served
• Portion food currently and check that the consistency is maintained
• Meet and maintain hygiene regulations as per procedures
• Receive and record deliveries of stock and other kitchen supplies as per procedures, including temperature records for meats, and record any issues and notify the chef if food deliveries do not meet the standards
• Discuss food preparation issues with the chef and other staff members
• Understand and follow Health and Safety policies at all times

Key tasks:

Tasks for this role may also include;

• Stock quality and quantity control, inventory management and recording
• Portioning food and controls
• Enforce hygiene regulations for kitchen assistants and restaurant staff
• May require keeping records on Food Control Plan
• May require training other kitchen staff and supervise the activities of other kitchen staff
• Making suggestions for a new menu
• Substituting ingredients as necessary
• May at times be required to opening and closing the kitchen, as required
• May at times be required to demonstrate techniques to cooks and advise on cooking procedures

This is not an exhaustive list, and you may be expected to perform other related tasks requested by management and as necessitated by the development of this role and the development of the business.

Suitable candidates will:

Have at least 2 years of relevant work experience in the food and beverage industry, including a minimum of 6 months of work experience in cooking Japanese ramen in a commercial setting.

Ahigh level of personal cleanliness and a great understanding of food hygiene

• Demonstrated understanding of traditional Japanese cuisine, particularly ramen — including dashi (stock) preparation, key ingredients, and menu composition
• Ability to judge and maintain taste consistency and quality standards to a professional level
• Sound practical knowledge of Japanese cooking techniques and food preparation methods

To be the right person for this job, you will be:

Passionate about preparing and serving great Japanese food

Be positive, willing and adaptable and a contributing member of the kitchen team at all times

Able to organize efficient work schedules and work under pressure

Good communication skills to work within the team

Flexibility to perform shift work on a 7-day rotating roster as required

Able to stay calm in difficult situations

Ideal candidates will have the following:

Professional cookery qualifications are preferred, but not required. Suitable experience is essential.

Auckland City $22 - $30 per hour help_outline AMPERSAND LIMITED

Job Description

About our company

Due to our business expansion, Ampersand Limited is looking for Cooks to join our friendly team in Auckland.

What you will do but not limited to the following:

• Examining foodstuffs to ensure quality;