Fast food cook
We are looking for a Fast-Food Cook to join our small and friendly team
at The Ottoman Ashburton. We take pride in serving our customers delicious and
authentic Turkish cuisine made from fresh, halal-certified ingredients. This role is ideal
for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and is willing to
learn and grow with our business.
Job advert for Fast Food Cook’s role
Job Summary:We are looking for a Fast-Food Cook to join our small and friendly team
at The Ottoman Ashburton. We take pride in serving our customers delicious and
authentic Turkish cuisine made from fresh, halal-certified ingredients. This role is ideal
for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and is willing to
learn and grow with our business.
You will work under the supervision of kitchen staff and management and assist with the
preparation and cooking of menu items while maintaining high standards of food quality,hygiene, and service.
Job title:Fast Food Cook
Vacancies:One (1) Permanent Full-time opportunity
Location:The Ottoman, 5 Cass Street, Ashburton 7700.
Hours:minimum 30 hours guaranteed, up to 45 hours per week | Monday to Sunday
(rostered)
Pay rate:$25-$30 (depending on experience)
Minimum qualifications/experience:None
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Cooking food under the direction of senior kitchen staff
- Preparing and cooking fried food using commercial fryers
- Washing, cutting, measuring, and mixing food ingredients
- Monitoring and maintaining consistency in food quality and presentation
- Freezing and preserving food where required
- Packing food, wrapping it, and adding sauces, gravies, and garnishes
- Assisting with taking and serving food orders during busy periods
- Operating kitchen equipment such as grills, microwaves, and deep-fat fryers
- Cleaning kitchen areas, equipment, and workstations, including fryers and hoods
- Washing dishes when required
- Carrying out other relevant kitchen duties as assigned from time to time
- Ability to work weekends and public holidays
- Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Relevant work experience is preferred but not essential; full training will be
- Well organised, reliable, and passionate about food and hospitality