Chef De Partie - Master Kong The Mount

Flip Retail; Auckland; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramen The Base, a Hamilton-based restaurant, is seeking an Asian Cuisine Chef for a full-time, permanent role with a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week. You will plan and prepare Asian dishes, lead kitchen staff, and ensure food safety and high-quality standards on every plate.

The role requires at least 3 years of relevant experience or a NZQCF Diploma in professional cookery, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience, preferably as a Specialty Chinese Cuisine Chef or NZQCF Diploma in professional cookery.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen with high standards.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; able to manage time and work in a team.
• Solid understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety protocols, and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Planning and developing Asian cuisine menus in line with customer demand, seasonal ingredients and company standards.
• Estimating food and labour costs, planning food supply requirements, and ordering food and kitchen supplies as required.
• Checking the quality of ingredients, food preparation and finished dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of Asian dishes using techniques such as stir-frying, steaming, boiling, braising, roasting and deep-frying.
• Discussing food preparation, menu planning and kitchen operation issues with managers and other staff.
• Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising kitchen staff on preparation, procedures and presentation standards.
• Enforcing hygiene, food safety and kitchen safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Selecting, training, supervising and coordinating kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NZQCF Diploma (or higher) in professional cookery

Job description

Ramen The Base is a Hamilton-based company. We are currently seeking An Asian Cuisine Chef to join our team on a full-time basis, with a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours of work per week.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

The Asian Cuisine Chef will be responsible for planning, organising, preparing and cooking Asian cuisine dishes to support the daily kitchen operations of the company. The role requires sound knowledge of Asian cooking methods, ingredients, food preparation procedures and food safety standards.

Key Duties

• Planning and developing Asian cuisine menus in line with customer demand, seasonal ingredients and company standards.
• Estimating food and labour costs, planning food supply requirements, and ordering food and kitchen supplies as required.
• Checking the quality of ingredients, food preparation and finished dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of Asian dishes using appropriate cooking techniques, including stir-frying, steaming, boiling, braising, roasting and deep-frying.
• Discussing food preparation, menu planning and kitchen operation issues with managers and other kitchen or waiting staff.
• Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising kitchen staff on food preparation, cooking procedures and presentation standards.
• Explaining and enforcing hygiene, food safety and kitchen safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Selecting, training, supervising and coordinating kitchen staff to ensure efficient kitchen operations and consistent food quality.

At least two year of relevant work experience, or a relevant New Zealand Level 5 qualification or above.

A good work attitude and good communication skills.

Strong motivation and reliability.

Physical fitness and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Good workmanship and attention to detail.

A strong commitment to health and workplace safety.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with other team members.

We are an established Chinese restaurant in Hamilton currently entering an exciting phase of expansion. To support our growth, we are looking for askilled and dedicated Chefs to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

• Location: Hamilton
• Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours: Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week
• Pay Rate: $28.00 – $28.00 per hour

Job Duties:

• Menu Innovation & Scalability:
  • Design and refine authentic yet innovative Chinese menus that can be standardized.
  • Conduct regular cost-benefit analyses on dishes to ensure healthy profit margins.
• Quality Standardization:
  • Perform rigorous quality checks on ingredient prep and final plating to maintain high brand standards.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with local suppliers to secure bulk pricing and high-quality seasonal produce.
  • Implement advanced inventory tracking to minimize waste and optimize storage as order volumes increase.
• Kitchen Leadership & Workflow Optimization:
  • Coordinate with Management and Front-of-House (FOH) to streamline communication, especially during high-pressure peak hours and weekend rushes.
  • Continuously evaluate kitchen layout and workflows to increase output capacity for future takeaway and dine-in growth.
  • Lead the recruitment and technical training of junior chefs and kitchen hands.
  • Build a "culture of excellence" where staff are cross-trained in different wok or prep stations to ensure operational flexibility.
• High-Volume Culinary Execution:
  • Maintain a hands-on presence on the line, masterfully executing complex Chinese cooking techniques (Smoked and braised food, Cold dishes, Wok Hei, precision butchery, specialized sauces and more).
• Health, Safety & Compliance:
  • Enforce strict Food Control Plans (FCP) and NZ hygiene regulations.
  • Ensure the kitchen is "audit-ready" at all times, setting a professional benchmark for future sites.

Skills and Experience Required:

You should have at least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably as a Specialty Chinese Cuisine Chef OR hold an NZQCF Diploma (or higher) qualification in professional cookery.

A proven track record of working efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen while maintaining high standards.

Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage time effectively and work seamlessly within a team.

A high level of professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility toward every dish served.

A solid understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety protocols, and allergenmanagement.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Please indicate your visa status in your CV ifapplicable.