Cook

CONSULTANCY; Wellington; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FANG & QI FAST FOOD LIMITED in Wellington is seeking experienced cooks to join our lively kitchen team. You will inspect ingredients, operate ovens and grills, and prepare a variety of dishes for service.

We require at least 2 years of relevant experience or NZ Level 4 qualification or a Bachelor degree. This full-time role offers $25.00-$35.00 per hour, a minimum of 30 hours per week, and a six-day roster with training and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant food industry experience.
• NZ Level 4 qualification or equivalent overseas qualification.
• Bachelor degree in any discipline considered.

Responsibilities

• Inspect food items for freshness, quality, and standards.
• Adjust ovens and grills to maintain proper temperatures.
• Prepare, cook and season a variety of dishes.
• Plate meals with portions and garnishes.
• Store ingredients in temperature-controlled environments.
• Accommodate dietary needs in preparation.
• Assist in training apprentices and kitchen staff.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the employer.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking skills

Quality standards

Menu planning

Education

NZ Level 4 qualification

Equivalent overseas qualification

Bachelor degree in any discipline

Job description

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FANG & QI FAST FOOD LIMITED has built a strong reputation and is currently undergoing rapid expansion, which means we need to grow our team. We are seeking cooks with relevant experience to join our lively, dedicated staff.

Job Description

• Inspecting food items to ensure freshness, quality, and compliance with standards
• Monitoring and adjusting cooking equipment such as ovens and grills to maintain proper temperatures
• Preparing, cooking, and seasoning a variety of dishes
• Flavoring food appropriately during the cooking process
• Plating meals with appropriate portions, sauces, and garnishes for presentation
• Storing ingredients and prepared food in temperature-controlled environments
• Accommodating special dietary needs through tailored food preparation
• Potentially involved in planning menus and estimating ingredient requirements
• May assist in training apprentices and other kitchen staff
• Responsible for food preparation and cooking in a restaurant or catering setting
• Carrying out other reasonable duties as assigned by the employer
• Location: Wellington
• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay Rate: $25.00-$35.00 per hour
• Days Required: 6 days per week, roster may apply
• Hours Per Week: Minimum 30 hours

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience, or a relevant NZ Level 4 qualification (or equivalent overseas qualification), or a Bachelor degree in any discipline is required.