Cook

JAI JALARAM LTD; Wellington; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

JAI JALARAM LTD in Petone, Wellington, is looking for two cooks who can work under pressure to join a busy Indian restaurant. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will prepare and cook a range of dishes to a consistent standard while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen.

Duties include checking ingredients, cooking using grilling, frying, boiling, steaming and braising, regulating temperatures, portioning with sauces and garnishes, and storing food safely.

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 4 Certificate or 3+ years of cook experience.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques.
• Ability to work under pressure during busy service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a range of dishes to a consistent standard.
• Maintain a clean, safe and efficient kitchen.
• Assist with stock rotation, ordering and wastage minimisation.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met.

Skills

Food preparation

Under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

Level 4 Certificate in Cookery

Job description

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JAI JALARAM LTD - Wellington, North Island

We are a busy Indian restaurant in Petone who require 2 Cooks who can work under pressure

About the role

Reporting to the Head Chef, you will prepare and cook a range of dishes to a consistent standard while maintaining a clean, safe and efficient kitchen. Your duties will include:

• Examining foodstuffs and supplies to ensure quality and freshness
• Preparing and cooking food by grilling, frying, boiling, steaming and braising
• Regulating the temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
• Seasoning food during cooking and portioning it onto plates with sauces, gravies and garnishes
• Preparing food to meet special dietary and cultural requirements
• Storing food safely in temperature-controlled facilities
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards in the kitchen
• Assisting with stock rotation, ordering and minimising wastage

About you

• A relevant qualification level 4 Certificate or at least 3 years of relevant work experience as a Cook
• Sound knowledge of food preparation techniques and food safety practices
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods