Restaurant Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Auckland, New Zealand · Full-Time · $30 - $35/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
Senior chefs who have run a busy UK pass might like the look of this Auckland kitchen. A restaurant in the city wants a Restaurant Chef who brings proven skills, strong leadership and food quality that stays the same from one service to the next.
This full-time role shapes how the kitchen performs, how good the menu is and what guests take away from their meal. Suitable candidates may be supported through a sponsorship pathway based on eligibility and requirements.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the kitchen day to day so service runs efficiently
- Prepare, cook and present dishes to menu specifications with professional technique and consistent quality
- Oversee prep, ingredient handling and the flow of work in the kitchen
- Manage stock and ordering, reduce waste and help control food costs and portions
- Apply strict food safety, hygiene and compliance standards and keep equipment and work areas clean and organised
- Train and guide the kitchen team, and check finished plates meet presentation and quality expectations
- Bring fresh ideas to improve the menu and add new dishes, showing reliability and professionalism throughout
Requirements & Eligibility
- A recognised culinary qualification or relevant professional chef training
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a restaurant or commercial kitchen
- Proven ability to manage food preparation and keep service standards consistent
- Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene procedures and kitchen compliance requirements, plus kitchen operations, inventory control and food costing
- Experience supervising, training or supporting kitchen staff
- Comfortable in a fast-paced hospitality environment, communicating clearly and working as part of a team
- Creativity in food preparation, menu development and presentation
- A proven work history with verifiable culinary skills and professional experience
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