Kitchen Hand

FINE DINING HOSPITALITY GROUP 2 LIMITED; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

FINE DINING HOSPITALITY GROUP 2 LIMITED in Christchurch, Canterbury, is hiring two enthusiastic kitchen team members for a busy restaurant. This full-time role guarantees at least 30 hours per week with hourly pay between $24 and $30, depending on experience.

The successful candidates will join a friendly, professional team in a fast-moving kitchen, adhering to hygienic food handling practices and supporting preparation for service. Evening and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or fast-paced restaurant environment preferred.
• Must be able to work in a busy kitchen and in a team.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily, weekly and monthly cleaning rosters and deep cleaning procedures for floors, walls, coolers, ovens and equipment.
• Clean kitchens, food preparation areas and sculleries.
• Clean dishes, cutlery, pots, pans and kitchen equipment.
• Arrange and prepare ingredients for cooking and salads.
• Assist in receiving and sorting supplies and deliveries.
• Assist with preparing and serving orders when required.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report health and safety issues.
• Communicate clearly within the kitchen and with floor staff.

Skills

Friendly personality

Physically fit

Follow instructions

Excellent personal hygiene

Positive work references

Flexible hours

Team player

Initiative

Hardworking

Background check / drug test

Job description

FINE DINING HOSPITALITY GROUP 2 LIMITED – Christchurch, South Island

We are looking for two enthusiastic and hardworking individuals to join our kitchen team at our busy restaurant in Christchurch, Canterbury.

We are a busy restaurant with a friendly and professional team. Our kitchen can become very active during peak periods, and we are looking for people who enjoy working in a fast-moving, team-oriented environment.

This is a full-time position with a minimum of 30 hours guaranteed per week. The pay rate is $24–$30 per hour, depending on experience.

Job Description:

• Follow the regular daily, weekly and monthly cleaning rosters and standard methods for deep cleaning of floors, walls, coolers, ovens and operating equipment.
• Cleaning kitchens, food preparation areas and sculleries
• Cleaning cooking and general utensils used in kitchens and restaurants
• Clean all dishes, cutlery, pots, pans and equipment
• Transferring, weighing and checking supplies and equipment
• Assembling and preparing ingredients for cooking, and preparing salads, savouries and sandwiches
• Packing food and beverage trays for serving
• Cooking, toasting and heating simple food items
• Removing cooked food from ovens and food warmers
• Preparation for the day ahead as directed by the chef in charge
• Control the use of chemicals in the kitchen
• Assist in receiving and sorting supplies and deliveries
• Follow systems and procedures in place for hygienic food handling practices.
• Organise the disposal of rubbish
• Assist with preparing and serving the orders if required
• Maintain the kitchen equipment. Report any health and safety issues
• Clear communication within the kitchen and with the floor staff

Skills and experience for the role;

• A friendly, positive and warm personality
• Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting and hard work
• Ability to follow instructions
• Excellent personal hygiene
• Ability to provide positive work references
• Flexibility in working hours -evening and weekend work will be required
• Ability to work in a team and autonomously
• Efficient worker who uses initiative
• Hardworking and not shy about getting their hands dirty.
• Able to pass a background check and a drug test if required

Priority will be given to local NZ residence/citizens. If you are a temporary visa holder, include your visa status for our consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.