Sous Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef
Work/life balance in beautiful Whitianga
- Majority of positions start in November, some December
- New upmarket Restaurant and Bar in a stunning location
- Shared accommodation available if required
Located on the marina and central to town, the historic Whitianga Hotel is currently undergoing a sizeable renovation across all areas. The Hotel comprises the Sports Bar, Family Restaurant and Garden Bar, and Salt Restaurant and Bar.
We are looking for hardworking, conscientious and experienced Chefs who can produce high quality food and an exceptional dining experience for our Salt guests. In addition to the production of dishes you will be required assist in the planning of menus, monitor food quality at all stages of preparation and presentation, to plan and organise the preparation and cooking of food and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
We are offering an hourly wage of between $28.18 and $32.00 depending on qualifications and experience for at least 30 hours per week.
You must have at least 3 years or relevant work experience or a qualification in cookery/cuisine equivalent to a level 4 Certificate in Cookery or higher.
You must be able to follow instructions.
The ideal candidates will be highly motivated, used to working in a busy fast-paced kitchen and a team player. Open from 11am daily, these positions will report to our two Head Chefs, who set the highest of standards, and involve the following key responsibilities:
Being part of a team preparing, producing and delivering fresh, flavourful, well presented, quality dishes across lunch and dinner service and a snack menu.
Ensuring the smooth day to day running of all areas of the kitchen.
Input into the planning, creation and development of new menu ideas alongside the Head Chefs.
Adhering to hygiene, work and safety regulations.
Prepared to work across all areas of the kitchen.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a key part of a brand new kitchen team (with a brand new kitchen) bringing quality and timely meals to our local, national and international customers.
We are looking for New Zealand citizens or residents only. You must state in your CV or Cover Letter that you are a New Zealand citizen or resident as applicable.
Please email your resume and cover letter to e.pierwhitianga@gmail.com