Greymouth - Indian Cook

• Order and receive kitchen and foodstuffs supplies for making menu items.
• Conduct stock-takes and quality checks to ensure supply and quality are maintained.
• Prepare, season, cook an and correctly store gravy and curry bases, garnishes and preparatory materials as required.
• Cook and present food items for restaurant sales, functions and catering bookings.
• Cook and present food items to cater to special dietary needs of customers.
• Supervise associated kitchen work as required and train staff as required.
• Be responsible for the overall quality of food preparation, presentation and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Ensure correct maintenance of temperature, efficient and smooth operation of the Tandoor and other kitchen equipment.
• Liaise with Manager in regard to repairs, safety issues or any other matters relating to the kitchen and kitchen equipment.
• Assist with cost of production assessments, portion sizing and recommending selling prices.
• Recommend new recipes and menu additions from time to time.
• Complete temperature maintenance and other general administrative tasks relating to the smooth operation of the kitchen.
• Understand and work in a manner that OSH and food and hygiene compliance is maintained at all times.

• Have hands-on experience in a commercial Indian kitchen environment is essential
• Minimum 3 years relevant work experience in a kitchen specializing in Indian cuisine required
• Must have excellent cooking skills to prepare and deliver Indian, Mughlai, Tandoori dishes
• Must be available to work a minimum of 30 hours each week – maximum 45 hours
• Must be flexible to work rostered shifts including late nights and weekends
• Must be reliable and punctual
• Be fit to enough to lift upto 20kgs
• Able to pass drug, alcohol and Police check

No education qualifications required for this role. However, a relevant qualification + the right attitude will be considered a plus!

We Offer: A competitive hourly wage rate of $ 28 per hour.

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