Cook

Parakala Foods Limited; Nelson; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Parakala Foods Limited in Nelson is seeking two experienced cooks to join our busy restaurant. The role involves preparing, cooking, presenting and serving chicken dishes to a high standard, and working 30-35 hours per week on a weekly payroll.

You will follow standard recipes, manage mise en place, and assist with catering orders as required. Applicants should have at least two years' experience or NZQF Certificate Level 4 in a relevant field, strong communication, good time management and high

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a relevant position.
• Solid cooking and food preparation skills.
• Good communication and high hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, present and serve chicken dishes to high standard.
• Follow standard recipes, steps and techniques for menu items.
• Cook meals to forecasted demand and customer numbers.
• Set up workstation with ingredients, utensils and equipment before service.
• Prepare ingredients, marinate and brine, and prepare batter and coatings.
• Prepare signature sauces and dips according to specs.
• Cook for catering orders and special functions as required.
• Maintain oil temperature, cooking times and oil filtering.
• Record daily checks and ensure proper temperature control and storage.
• Manage waste and stock rotation during preparation and cooking.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Time management

Education

NZQF Certificate Level 4 in Cookery

Job description

Cook

Nelson PARAKALA FOODS LIMITED

Job Description

We are looking for two experienced cook to join our busy restaurant.

The cook is required to work between 30-35 hours per week on a weekly payroll.Key Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for the preparation, cooking, presentation and serving of all
  chicken dishes, side dishes and sauces to a consistently high standard
• Cook according to the restaurant's standard recipes, steps and techniques for eachmenu item, including frying, grilling and roasting chicken
• Cook meals in quantities appropriate to the menu, daily sales forecasts and number
  of customers to be served
• Set up the workstation with the required ingredients, utensils and equipment,including deep fryers, before each service
• Prepare ingredients before cooking, such as cleaning and portioning chicken,
  marinating and brining, preparing batter and coating mixes, and preparing vegetablesand side dishes
• Prepare signature sauces, seasonings and dips according to recipe specifications
• Prepare, cook and present food for catering orders, group bookings and special
  functions as required
• Monitor and maintain correct oil temperature and cooking times to ensure chicken is
  cooked safely and consistently, and manage regular oil filtering and replacement
• Ensure routine data is collected as required and that all daily checks, including
  temperature control during production, preparation, service and storage, are carried
  out properly
• Ensure waste is controlled during preparation and cooking, including correct stock
  rotation

Job requirement: applicant must meet following requirement to apply for this job

• At least two years experience in relevant position OR NZQF certificate Level 4 in
  relevant major or Above
• Good communication skill, time management, and high standard personal hygiene
• Available to work on weekends, public holidays and peak periods of the business.