Location: Woodhill, Whangārei 0110, New Zealand
Wage: $ 28.00 - $ 30.00 per hour
Hours: minimum 30 hours per week (rostered shifts, including weekends and evenings), maximum around 50 hours per week
Position Type: Full-time
About Us:
Emperor Chinese Takeaways is a locally owned and well-established takeaway shop offering a delicious mix of Kiwi-style fish and chips, burgers, and authentic Chinese stir-fried dishes such as fried rice and noodles.
We are looking for reliable and skilled Cook to join our friendly team.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Cook, you will be responsible for:
· Preparing and cooking a variety of menu items, including traditional Kiwi-style fish and chips, burgers, and a range of Chinese dishes such as fried rice, noodles, and stir-fried meals, in accordance with food safety and hygiene standards
· Operating cooking equipment such as deep fryers, woks, grills, and ovens safely and efficiently
· Monitoring food quality, taste, and portion sizes to ensure consistency and customer satisfaction
· Storing and handling food safely and following cleaning and maintenance schedules
· Coordinating food preparation during busy periods to ensure smooth and timely service
· Assisting in menu planning, stock rotation, and inventory control
· Training and supervising kitchen assistants when required
Skills and Experience Required:
· Minimum 2 years of relevant cooking experience in a commercial kitchen or takeaway environment, preferably with experience in both Western and Chinese-style cooking
· Sound knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations
· Ability to work efficiently under pressure and multitask in a fast-paced environment
· Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude
· Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV outlining your relevant experience.