Chinese Cook

Lake View Seafood Restaurant in Wanaka provides authentic Chinese cuisine, especially Chinese-style seafood dishes. We are now looking for 2 full-time Cooks to join our team.

This is a full-time permanent position with an immediate start, working 30-40 hours per week on a roster (minimum 30 hours guaranteed). The hourly rate ranges from $28.00 to $30.00, depending on your skills, qualifications, and experience.

We open 7 days a week until late, so please be aware that you may need to work nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Examine foodstuffs to ensure freshness, quality, and compliance with hygiene standards.
• Regulate and monitor the temperature of woks, ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment to ensure proper and safe cooking.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including main meals, side dishes, and sauces.
• Season food appropriately during cooking to ensure consistent taste and presentation.
• Portion food, plate dishes, and apply gravies, sauces, and garnishes in line with portion control standards and presentation guidelines.
• Store food in temperature-controlled environments according to food safety regulations.
• Prepare meals to meet special dietary needs (e.g. vegetarian, gluten-free, allergen-specific).
• May assist with planning menus and estimating food requirements, considering seasonal availability and customer preferences.
• May train, supervise, and support junior kitchen staff or apprentices in cooking techniques and safety practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, ensuring all areas meet hygiene and safety standards.
• Comply with all food hygiene, health and safety, and workplace regulations.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the owner.

Requirements for this role:

• At least 1 year of relevant work experience in cooking Chinese food or a relevant NZ Level 2 qualification in cookery.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• Must be drug-free and have a clean police record.

If you believe you are the person we are looking for, please do not hesitate to apply by sending your CV and cover letter.

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa with unlimited work right.