Chef and Duty Manager
Auckland
About us
Welcome to The Walawwa Auckland – the home of bold flavours and authentic South Asian cuisine. Specialising in Sri Lankan and South Indian hot & spicy dishes, we bring the true taste of tradition to New Zealand at a price that’s accessible and fair.Our team is passionate about food, culture, and hospitality, and we are now looking for a skilled Chef and Duty Manager to join us in bringing our culinary vision to life.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef (3x) who understands authentic Sri Lankan and South Indian cooking styles, spice blends, and traditional techniques.
Position:- Chef 3xLocation:- Panmure, Auckland
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate :- $24 per hour (Can negotiate based on experience and knowledge)Working Hours:- Minimum 30 hours per week (Weekend Availability is a must for this role).
You Key Responsibilities will be but not limited to:
- Plan and organise food preparation and cooking activities.
- Design menus, manage kitchen budget, including food cost, labour cost, and equipment maintenance.
- Innovate seasonal or modern fusion dishes that appeal to diverse palates while preserving cultural authenticity.
- Prepare and cook Sri Lankan and South Indian inspired dishes to the highest standards.
- Train and guide kitchen staff and junior chef.
- Ensure customer satisfaction through food quality and presentation.
- Ensure kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards meet or exceed local health regulations.
- Implement proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
- Conduct regular training and inspections to maintain a safe working environment.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Minimum 2 yr of commercial kitchen experience.
- Understanding of food preparation to perfection and presented in an appealing way.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Good understanding of culinary trends and kitchen operations.
We are excited to expand our passionate team and are now looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Duty Manager to join The Walawwa Auckland.
Position:- Duty Manager 2xHours of Work:- 30 Hours Per Week (Must have the availability during the weekends and late evenings depending on the work commitments).
Pay Rate:- $24 per hour (Can negotiate based on experience)
Employment Type:- Full Time
Location:- Panmure, Auckland
Your Duties would be included but not limited to:-- Be responsible for the overall restaurant operations.
- Take responsibility for daily/weekly procedures including ordering, receiving and stock take.
- Be a key person to be involved in the budgeting for the restaurant.
- Planning is the key for the restaurant so you must be confident in making all types of sales & operations planning for the restaurant.
- Managing KPIs – customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, food cost percentage, labor cost percentage, customer wait times, order accuracy, sales and financial performance.
- Be the first point of contact for all the suppliers and vendors & third parties.
- Promoting & advertising the restaurant products & services.
- Arranging the purchasing and pricing of goods according to budget.
- Maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions.
- Make sure quality of food being served and waiting times exceed expectation.
- Ensure the environment within the restaurant is always top notch.
- Lead your team, provide feedback and set a high example by always operating above the line.
- Hire, train and supervise staff.
- Be responsible for the kitchen operations and look after the kitchen team.
- Ensure that safety protocols in restaurant are in place (CCTV, Alarms) and working properly.
- Make sure that the liquor licensing regulations are followed in the restaurant.
- Must ensure that the restaurant does comply with health regulations and are clean, functional and of suitable appearance.
- Have at least 1 year of work experience or a qualification at level 4 or higher shall be accepted if you have no work experience.
- Flexible availability to work various shifts, including days, late evenings and weekends and public holidays.
- You should be friendly, patient and helpful.
- Good communication.
- The ability to multi-task.
- Knowledge of health, safety and food hygiene regulations and procedures.
- Perform shift operations.
- An ability to work under pressure and deal with challenging situations.
- A Current LCQ Certificate & Duty Managers Certificate even, if you don't have we will help you get one.
What We Offer:
A friendly and supportive team environment.
Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
Opportunities to grow and develop your culinary skills.
The chance to be part of a restaurant that celebrates creativity, culture, and quality.
Ready to join us?
Apply now and share your CV with us.
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