Chef

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Discussing food preparation issues with the owner and kitchen colleagues.
• Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
• Preparing and cooking food
• Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
• Knows proper function, operations, maintenance and cleaning of various kitchen appliance,

• Checks food and ingredients for freshness to ensure the quality
• Portions, arranges, and garnishes food to the required standard
• Estimates expected food consumption and organises preparation
• Assists in planning new dishes
• Keeps a sanitised and orderly environment as per kitchen sanitation guidelines
• Ensures all food and other items are stored properly
• Has a positive attitude regarding the job and communicates with management and fellow

• Follows cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
• May select and train junior cook
• Follow set policies to maintain standards for food safety in all food preparation areas
• Follow set policies to maintain standards for health & safety at work in all food preparation

• Inform the designated management if any hazards are identified that may affect work

• Working with the owner to uphold morale in the kitchen
• Working with the owner to ensure the relationship between kitchen and front-of-house staff is

• Any other duties the Restaurant Manager / Head Chef may reasonably require

• Creativity & motivational skills
• Communication skills (written and oral)
• Committed to team, establishment and excellence
• Ability to work competently under pressure
• Attention to detail and follow instructions
• A can-do & positive attitude and teamwork
• Willingness to work long hours and to learn new skills
• Proven knowledge of Vietnamese cuisine
• Organizational and time management skills
• Reliable and flexible to change
• Two years New Zealand work experience OR minimum level 4 certificate/diploma gained in

both)

BENEFITS: As a valuable member of our team, you will have

• Full-time permanent role, at least 30 hours/week
• Starting wage $30/hour
• Maximum $34/hour
• Supporting work environment
• Promotion opportunities for the right candidate

Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed. The application closes on 17 September 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.