Thai Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Hastings, New Zealand · Full-Time · $30 - $32/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
A Thai restaurant with a loyal local following in central Hastings, on New Zealand's North Island, wants a Thai Chef who really knows the cuisine. The kitchen sticks to traditional recipes, good ingredients and a careful balance of fresh herbs and spices.
The post is permanent and full time, with at least 30 hours a week. You would cook and plate dishes to a consistently high standard and help keep the kitchen running smoothly. The restaurant is an Accredited Employer, so it can sponsor a chef through the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.
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Key Responsibilities
- Cook authentic Thai food such as curries, stir-fries, soups, salads and entrees
- Check that every plate meets the restaurant's standards for taste, quality and presentation
- Run the kitchen day to day, covering prep, food storage, hygiene, cleanliness and food safety rules
- Help plan menus, control portions and manage stock
- Supervise and train junior cooks when needed
Requirements & Eligibility
- A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience as a Thai Chef, or a relevant commercial cookery qualification
- Proven experience cooking authentic Thai cuisine, with strong knowledge of Thai ingredients, herbs and techniques
- The ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen, with strong teamwork and communication skills
- Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and public holidays as required
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