Passionate Cook - Full-Time Kitchen Team, Rotorua

Bupa; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

We are a well-established popular restaurant in Rotorua seeking 2 cooks to join the team. Full-time roles with 30–60 hours per week, permanent positions. Passion for food and attention to detail essential; multitaskers who are proactive team players preferred.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years in a commercial kitchen or a Level 2/3 cookery qualification. Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends, is required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Level 2 or 3 cookery qualification or equivalent certificates.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Check ingredients for quality and freshness.
• Prepare and cook various dishes, fillings, sauces using different equipment and grillers.
• Measure and combine ingredients using tools for traditional pastry foods.
• Season and portion, add sauces during/after cooking.
• Prepare food to meet client taste and dietary needs.
• Arrange food on plates or wrap for takeaway.
• Store and reserve food properly and sanitize workstations.
• Assist in planning menus and estimating food and labour costs.
• Ensure equipment cleanliness and safety compliance for health regulations.
• Assist training and coordination with junior cooks or kitchen hands.

Skills

Food passion

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Proactive teammate

Education

Cookery qualification (Level 2/3)

Job description

We are a well-established popular restaurant in Rotorua seeking 2 cooks to join the team. Full-time roles with 30–60 hours per week, permanent positions. Passion for food and attention to detail essential; multitaskers who are proactive team players preferred.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years in a commercial kitchen or a Level 2/3 cookery qualification. Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends, is required.