Cooks

JobSpace; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lolos Authentic Turkish Kitchen in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, is seeking two experienced cooks for our busy Mediterranean restaurants in Tauriko and Mount Maunganui. One cook will be based in Tauriko; the other in Omokoroa.

You will work 5 days per week, rotating roster, minimum 32 hours weekly, with possible overtime. Weekend, early morning, evening, and public holiday availability is required. Hourly rate NZ$27–NZ$29.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of work experience as a cook.
• Knowledge of Mediterranean cuisine is a plus point.
• Food Hygiene training is preferred.
• Understanding of food allergens.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and food storage
• Knowledge of sanitation management
• Understanding of health and safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve quality food to customers
• Assist the head chef in meal planning
• Follow instructions from the head chef and make meals as per their requirements
• Place food on plates in a presentable manner
• Ensure customer's dietary requirements are met
• Order supplies and oversee stock management
• Comply with New Zealand Food Safety Standards
• Maintain a clean and tidy workspace

Skills

2+ years experience

Mediterranean cuisine

Food hygiene training

Food allergens knowledge

Food storage knowledge

Sanitation management

Health & safety procedures

Verbal communication

Team player

Punctuality

Reliability

Job description

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Lolos Authentic Turkish Kitchen offers authentic Turkish and Mediterranean dining in the Bay of Plenty Region. Our restaurants are located in and around Tauranga (Mount Maunganui, Tauriko and Omokoroa).

We are looking for 2 experienced cooks to join our busy Mediterranean restaurants in Tauriko and Mount Maunganui. One cook will be primarily based in our Tauriko restaurant and the other will work in our restaurant in Omokoroa.

You will be expected to work 5 days per week and will be on a rotating roaster.

You will need to work a minimum of 32 hours per week. From time to time, you may be asked to do overtime.

Availability to work on weekends, early morning, evenings and public holidays.

You will be offered an hourly rate that ranges from NZ$27 to NZ$29.

The Position

This role will suit an experienced cook with knowledge of mediterranean cuisine, an eye for detail and an ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve quality food to customers
• Assist the head chef in meal planning
• Follow instructions from the head chef and make meals as per their requirements
• Place food on plates in a presentable manner
• Ensure customer's dietary requirements are met
• Order supplies and oversee stock management
• Comply with New Zealand Food Safety Standards
• Maintain a clean and tidy workspace

Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 2 years of work experience as a cook.
• Knowledge of Mediterranean cuisine is a plus point
• Food Hygiene training is preferred.
• Understanding of food allergens.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and food storage
• Knowledge of sanitation management
• Understanding of health and safety procedures

The Ideal candidate will need excellent verbal communication skills, a strong work ethic, be a team player, be reliable and punctual.

If you require more information about the job, please contact Yunus at*********@gmail.com