In-House Private Cook

Buscojobs; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A private residence in Auckland is seeking a home cook to provide meal preparation and planning for the owner. Candidates should have a passion for cooking, experience with European cuisine is a plus, and must be eligible to work in New Zealand. The role requires 20-30 hours per week, starting mid-December, plus own transport for grocery shopping.

Qualifications

• Must enjoy cooking and be open to learning new recipes.
• Experience in Eastern European cooking is advantageous.
• Must have own transport for grocery trips.
• Eligible to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• 20-30 hours per week from mid-December, primarily cooking.
• Plan and prepare meals according to dietary preferences.
• Create weekly menus considering seasonal ingredients.
• Source high-quality ingredients including fresh produce.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
• Utilize various cooking techniques to create diverse dishes.

Skills

Cooking

Meal Preparation

Menu Planning

Strong Communication

Time Management

Job description

Our client is a private residence based in Glendowie. The Matriarch of the family is looking for some home help as a result of her current chef relocating back to Europe having been employed for over 21 years. Our client originates for eastern Europe, therefore some experience cooking European cuisine would be beneficial.

Responsibilities include:

• 20-30 hours per week from mid-December, primarily cooking for the owner.
• Meal Preparation - planning and preparing meals according to the dietary preferences and restrictions of the household.
• Menu Planning - creating weekly menus in consultation with the owner, considering seasonal ingredients and special occasions.
• Shopping for Ingredients - sourcing high-quality ingredients, including fresh produce, meats, and specialty items.
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, including proper food storage and sanitation practices.
• Utilising various cooking techniques and styles (European) to create diverse and flavourful dishes.

Bit about you:

• Must enjoy cooking and be happy to learn new recipes.
• Eastern European cooking experience advantageous.
• Strong communicator, good time management and reliable.
• Must have own transport, as the position requires trips to the supermarket.
• Must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

If this role is of interest to you, please contact Craig Hegan on 09-3776746 or email your resume to [e-mail]