Chef

Two Guys Chicken; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Two Guys Chicken North Shore, located in Highbury Shopping Mall, North Island, is seeking a motivated kitchen professional to join a fast-paced, systemised kitchen. You should have a minimum of 2 years in a busy commercial kitchen and be ready to work weekends and night shifts.

You will design menus, manage staff, monitor stock, control food costs, and ensure high standards of food preparation and hygiene in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a busy commercial kitchen.
• Experience working in a systemised kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Willingness to learn, develop new skills and take on new challenges.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining consistent food quality and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and price menus based on customer preferences, seasonal availability, and business requirements.
• Train and manage kitchen staff, and assist with recruitment when required.
• Prepare and cook food to a consistently high standard, ensuring excellent presentation.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders as required.
• Manage food costs and minimise waste through stock control and kitchen practices.
• Apply proper techniques for safe freezing, storage, and preservation of food.
• Communicate issues effectively with management and relevant kitchen/service staff.
• Estimate and monitor food and labour costs to maintain profitability.
• Monitor and manage inventory to minimise waste and ensure ingredient freshness.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Oversee quality and consistency of dishes through all preparation stages.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

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Two Guys Chicken – North Shore, North Island

Located in Highbury Shopping Mall, Two Guys Chicken is passionate about serving high-quality, gourmet chicken with great flavour and consistency.

We’re looking for passionate and motivated team members who thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in great food and service.

If you love great food, enjoy teamwork, and are ready for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

The Right Candidate

We are looking for a motivated and experienced kitchen professional who can work effectively in a busy, systemised kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 2year of experience in a busy commercial kitchen , or a relevant qualification in Culinary Arts or a similar field

• Experience working in a systemised kitchen environment

• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to contribute to a positive work environment

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food preparation and kitchen operations

• A willingness to learn, develop new skills, and take on new challenges

• The ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining consistent food quality and service standards

Position Details

• Full-time position , minimum 30 hours per week

• Availability to work weekends and some public holidays

• Night shifts included

• Flexible availability and a positive attitude are essential

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and price menus based on customer preferences, seasonal availability, and business requirements

• Train and manage kitchen staff, and assist with the recruitment of kitchen team members when required

• Prepare and cook food to a consistently high standard, ensuring excellent presentation

• Monitor stock levels and place orders as required

• Manage food costs and minimise waste through effective stock control and kitchen practices

• Apply appropriate techniques for the safe freezing, storage, and preservation of food

• Communicate food preparation and operational issues effectively with management and relevant kitchen and service staff

• Estimate and monitor food and labour costs to help maintain profitability

• Monitor and manage inventory to minimise waste and ensure the freshness and quality of ingredients

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment

• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety and hygiene regulations

• Oversee the quality and consistency of dishes throughout all stages of preparation, cooking, and presentation