Cook

Be part of one of Auckland's celebrated Indian eateries. A team that's creative and revolutionalising Indian cusiene. Award winning establishment in the heart fo Auckland CBD.

Day to day duties required but are not limited to:

• Set up kitchen with all necessary cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales
• Preparing ingredients to use in cooking–chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat, etc
• Assisting in planning regular and special menus in consultation with management
• Discussing food preparation issues with management and chef and directing the kitchen and waiting staff to strictly follow company policy in terms of quality and standard of service
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients. Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh
• Apply, assess and where necessary adjust the seasoning to achieve the desired level of seasoning
• Once the food is cooked and portioned, then adding garnishes, sauces, herbs and other sauces for consumption–Plating as per the training and documentation·Knead the dough with the aid of a kneading machine for use in making naans and Indian bread
• Monitoring the quality of dishes before serving and having a high standard of presentation and plating
• Estimate quantities and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients·Ensure kitchen stock levels and costs are effectively managed. Order stock as required
• Monitoring quality of supplies and ensuring the best quality supplies and products are being used and ensure the food is stored and preserved properly
• Maintaining and regulating kitchen equipment including temperatures of a tandoori clay oven, grills, freezer, etc
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area
• Maintain a clean and hygienic work area in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Establish production schedule and set quota for the number of goods to be produced on daily basis

Payrate - Min $24/hr to Max $28/hr

Guaranteed hours of work per week: Minimum 35 hours, permanent full-time

Requirements for job:

• Relevant qualification or one plus year relevant industry experience. Either curry or Tandoor section experience is ok.
• Experience in cooking Indian cuisines like starters, Indian street food, South Indian. Mughlai and Indo-Chinese.
• Full training will be provided
• Be physically fit
• Thrives under pressure in a high-volume environment
• Pleasant with people and works well in a team.
• Flexible to work daily split shifts (Lunch & Dinner) and weekends as per weekly rosters
• Candidates need to be NZ citizens/residents or hold a valid work permit