Thai Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Hastings, New Zealand · Full-Time · $30 - $32/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
Two years of relevant experience as a Thai Chef, or a relevant qualification in commercial cookery, is what this Hastings restaurant asks for. It is a well-established Thai restaurant in New Zealand offering a permanent, full-time role of 30 hours per week or more for a skilled and experienced chef.
Authentic dishes from traditional recipes, quality ingredients and fresh herbs and spices are the restaurant's signature, and the ideal candidate knows them well. The business is an Accredited Employer under the AEWV scheme and can sponsor suitable candidates.
Chefs in Harare or Bulawayo should list the Thai dishes they cook, their kitchen experience and any qualification, then give the kitchen CV a clean finish with Build AI CV before applying.
Key Responsibilities
- Cook authentic Thai dishes, from curries to stir-fries, soups, salads and entrees
- Hold every dish to the restaurant's standards for quality, taste and presentation
- Oversee the kitchen's daily operations, including food preparation, storage and hygiene compliance
- Support menu planning, portion control and stock management
- Guide and train junior kitchen staff as needed, and keep the kitchen clean while following all food safety and health regulations
Requirements & Eligibility
- Two (2) years or more of relevant experience as a Thai Chef, or a relevant qualification in commercial cookery (minimum)
- Proven authentic Thai cooking, with strong knowledge of Thai ingredients, herbs and cooking techniques
- Efficient work in a busy kitchen, backed by teamwork and communication skills
- Willing to work weekends, evenings and public holidays as required
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