Cook - Nelson - ref. t37631915

We are Oriental Restaurant, the popular Chinese restaurant in Nelson.

We are looking for experienced cook to join our team.

Location: 117 Hardy Street, Nelson 7010

Tasks & responsibilities:

• Estimate food costs and portion sizes to maintain profitability.
• Ensure menu items adhere to dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, including cooking, seasoning, plating, and garnishing.
• Maintain strict quality control standards for ingredients and finished dishes.
• Ensure proper food storage and handling procedures are followed.
• Manage kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluation.
• Coordinate kitchen operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficient use of resources.
• Monitor and control food costs to optimize profitability.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and in safe working condition.
• Regulate temperatures of cooking equipment to ensure food safety.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations.
• Ensure that all dishes served meet the highest standards of quality and presentation.
• Address customer requests and complaints promptly and professionally.

Requirements:

• at least 2 years of work experience working in commercial kitchen
• Experience in Chinese cuisine is highly advantageous
• Team player
• Great communication and management skills preferred
• Have a positive, can-do attitude
• Desirable work ethic (e.g. punctual, honest)
• The ability to stand for extended periods of time