Cook

Fresh Sushi Napier Limited, Napier, Hawke's Bay

Fresh Sushi Napier Limited is a specialist sushi restaurant based in Napier, Hawke's Bay, offering freshly prepared Japanese-style sushi and related dishes to dine-in and takeaway customers. To meet sustained customer demand and support our continued growth, we are seeking a skilled Cook to join our kitchen team.

• Minimum Guaranteed Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week
• Location: Napier, Hawke's Bay
• Remuneration: $24.50 – $30.00 per hour

• Examine foodstuffs to ensure quality and freshness, with particular attention to raw fish and sushi-grade ingredients
• Prepare and cook sushi and other Japanese-style dishes, including rice preparation, fish slicing, and roll assembly
• Regulate temperatures of cooking equipment including grills, steamers, and rice cookers
• Season food during cooking to achieve authentic flavour profiles
• Portion food, arrange on plates, and add sauces, garnishes, and condiments to finished dishes
• Store food in temperature-controlled facilities in compliance with food safety requirements
• Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements, including gluten-free and allergen-aware options
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements as directed
• Train other kitchen staff and apprentices in sushi preparation techniques and food safety procedures

Applicants for this role should have:

• Relevant work experience (at least 2 years), or certificate in cookery, or a bachelor’s degree in any field
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• A positive attitude and passion for preparing quality food

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business and develop your career in the hospitality industry.