Chicken Cook – 30–35hrs/wk, Weekend Shifts

South Island - Nelson / Marlborough Nelson; Nelson; Sur place; NZD 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Nelson PARAKALA FOODS LIMITED is seeking two experienced cooks to join our busy restaurant in Nelson. You will work 30–35 hours per week on a weekly payroll, preparing and cooking chicken dishes to a high standard.

Responsibilities include following standard recipes, preparing ingredients and sauces, and handling catering orders. You must maintain food safety, manage time efficiently, and be available on weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in a similar role or NZQF Level 4 in relevant field.
• Good communication, time management, and high standard personal hygiene.
• Available to work on weekends, public holidays and peak periods.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and present chicken dishes, sides, and sauces to a high standard.
• Cook according to standard recipes and techniques (frying, grilling, roasting).
• Cook meals in quantities based on the menu, daily forecasts, and customer numbers.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment before service.
• Prepare ingredients including cleaning, portioning, marinating, brining, and batter prep.
• Prepare signature sauces, seasonings and dips as specified.
• Handle catering orders, group bookings and function catering as required.
• Monitor oil temperature and cooking times; manage oil filtering.
• Record routine checks and ensure temperature control during production, service and storage.
• Control waste and ensure stock rotation.

Connaissances

Chicken cooking

Food preparation

Food safety

Time management

Communication

Weekend availability

Formation

NZQA/NZQF Level 4 qualification or higher

Description du poste

Nelson PARAKALA FOODS LIMITED is seeking two experienced cooks to join our busy restaurant in Nelson. You will work 30–35 hours per week on a weekly payroll, preparing and cooking chicken dishes to a high standard.

Responsibilities include following standard recipes, preparing ingredients and sauces, and handling catering orders. You must maintain food safety, manage time efficiently, and be available on weekends and holidays.