Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Nelson, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25 - $35/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
Do you cook professionally? A hospitality business in Nelson, New Zealand, needs a skilled Chef or Cook. You should have real industry experience and respect professional kitchen standards.
The business wants a reliable cook with commercial kitchen knowledge. Eligible candidates may be considered for employer-supported visa sponsorship based on skills, experience and New Zealand immigration requirements.
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Key Responsibilities
- Cook and prepare food to a high standard every day
- Manage the kitchen from preparation to the end of service
- Keep food quality, presentation and portions the same each time
- Help improve menus, seasonal dishes and new food ideas
- Use strong knowledge of food costing, pricing and kitchen profit
- Control how much stock you use and check food waste
- Work efficiently and improve how the kitchen runs
- Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace compliance standards
- Organise preparation tasks so service is smooth and on time
- Guide junior team members and share knowledge
- Help build a positive and professional kitchen culture
Requirements & Eligibility
- Experience as a Chef or an experienced Cook in a commercial kitchen
- Relevant culinary qualification or strong proven industry background
- Verified employment history and ability to show practical skills
- Understanding of food costing, stock management and kitchen operations
- Can work efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Commitment to food quality
- Reliable work ethic and professional communication skills
- Can work well with kitchen and service teams
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