Cook

JobSpace; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time employment

Guaranteed minimum 30 hours per week

Full training and ongoing support

Friendly and supportive team

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking two reliable Fast Food Cooks for Christchurch, NZ. This full-time permanent role offers 30–45 hours per week, with pay rates of $30.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on skills and experience. You will work under supervision of experienced chefs to prepare quality food and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities include cooking, food prep, ensuring cleanliness, serving customers, and handling take-away orders. Weekend and public holiday work may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays when rostered
• Well-organised with a positive attitude toward work
• Previous experience in a fast food or commercial kitchen is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided
• Must have a clean criminal history
• Must be able to pass any pre-employment checks required by the employer

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food under the direction of the Chef
• Cook fried food using commercial deep fryers
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, measuring, and mixing food items
• Monitor food quality and ensure consistency in preparation and presentation
• Store, freeze, and preserve food correctly
• Take customer orders, serve food, and process payments when required
• Pack takeaway orders and add sauces, gravies, and garnishes
• Operate kitchen equipment including grills, microwaves, and deep fryers safely
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, including fryers, hoods, benches, and equipment
• Wash dishes and kitchen utensils as required
• Follow food safety, health, and hygiene procedures at all times
• Carry out other reasonable duties related to the role as directed by management

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Fast Food Cook (2 Positions)

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Number of Positions: 2

Pay Rate: $30.00–$35.00 per hour (depending on skills and experience)

Guaranteed Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week (up to 45 hours per week)

Days of Work: Monday to Sunday (including weekends and public holidays as required)

About the Role

We are looking for two reliable and motivated Cooks to join our team in Christchurch. You will work under the supervision of experienced chefs and management to help prepare quality food while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food under the direction of the Chef.
• Cook fried food using commercial deep fryers.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, measuring, and mixing food items.
• Monitor food quality and ensure consistency in preparation and presentation.
• Store, freeze, and preserve food correctly.
• Take customer orders, serve food, and process payments when required.
• Pack takeaway orders and add sauces, gravies, and garnishes.
• Operate kitchen equipment including grills, microwaves, and deep fryers safely.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, including fryers, hoods, benches, and equipment.
• Wash dishes and kitchen utensils as required.
• Follow food safety, health, and hygiene procedures at all times.
• Carry out other reasonable duties related to the role as directed by management.

Skills and Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays when rostered.
• Well-organised with a positive attitude toward work.
• Previous experience in a fast food or commercial kitchen is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• Must have a clean criminal history.
• Must be able to pass any pre-employment checks required by the employer.

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time employment.
• Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive team environment.