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Thai Chef

JobFinder · Hastings · Full-time

  • Salary: $30 - $32 per hour
  • Location: Hastings
  • Type: Full-time
  • Visa: Employer sponsored
  • Category: Hospitality

Job description

A long-standing local Thai restaurant in Hastings, New Zealand, needs a Thai Chef who knows the real thing. The post is permanent and full-time. Expect 30 hours a week at the very least.

The food is authentic Thai. Recipes are traditional. Ingredients are high in quality, with fresh herbs and spice kept in balance. You cook it, plate it and keep the standard steady every service. On sponsorship, the employer holds Accredited Employer status under the AEWV (Accredited Employer Work Visa) scheme.

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Key responsibilities

  • Prep and cook authentic Thai dishes such as curries, stir-fries, soups, salads and entrees
  • Hold quality, taste and presentation at restaurant standard on every dish
  • Manage the kitchen's daily operations (food prep, storage, hygiene compliance) and keep it clean under all food safety and health regulations
  • Help with menu planning, portion control and stock, and supervise and train junior kitchen staff as required

Requirements

  • Minimum two (2) years of relevant work experience as a Thai Chef, or a relevant qualification in commercial cookery
  • Proven experience of cooking authentic Thai cuisine, plus strong knowledge of Thai herbs, ingredients and cooking techniques
  • Able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen, with strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Flexible for evenings, weekends and public holidays as required

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