Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Timaru, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25 - $35/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
Busy restaurant and hospitality service calls for a Chef who can keep dishes consistent as orders build. A growing Timaru team has permanent and seasonal opportunities for experienced cooks who value professional food preparation and reliable teamwork.
Daily work includes cooking, organising ingredients, supporting stock control and keeping the kitchen hygienic through demanding service periods. Overseas applicants must meet the applicable New Zealand work visa eligibility requirements; sponsorship is available for qualified candidates.
Describe the restaurants, hotel kitchens and high-volume services you have handled in your English CV. Arrange your Timaru commercial cooking experience on Build AI CV.
Key Responsibilities
- Cook varied dishes to the quality customers expect
- Organise preparation and daily kitchen activity
- Maintain consistent portions, presentation and food standards
- Coordinate with colleagues to deliver menus efficiently during busy service
- Assist ingredient preparation, stock management and kitchen organisation
- Observe food safety, hygiene and workplace cleanliness requirements
- Contribute to a professional team, sharing knowledge and supporting improvement
Requirements & Eligibility
- Demonstrated Chef experience in commercial hospitality
- A background in busy restaurants, hotels or comparable food service
- Capacity to maintain consistent quality during high-volume service
- Knowledge of kitchen operating procedures, hygiene and food safety
- Excellent teamworking and communication
- A positive approach and commitment to guest satisfaction
- Flexibility for evenings, weekends and public holidays
- Good organisation and attention to detail
- Relevant culinary training or industry experience preferred
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