Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Nelson, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25 - $35/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
A hospitality business in Nelson needs a Chef or Cook, full-time, with genuine experience and high personal standards. It wants someone dependable who understands commercial kitchens and will add to a flourishing food operation, where quality, consistency and teamwork all count.
Employer-supported visa sponsorship may be considered for eligible candidates, depending on their skills, experience and New Zealand immigration requirements.
List where you have cooked, the cuisines you handle and your grasp of costing and stock on your CV. Use an online tool to lay out a Nelson chef CV before you apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Cook to a high standard every day, sequencing prep so that service goes out smoothly and punctually
- Keep quality, plating and portion size steady from plate to plate
- Suggest seasonal dishes and creative ideas that improve the menu
- Apply what you know about costing, pricing and profitability, and manage stock use and waste to improve efficiency
- Meet safety, hygiene and compliance standards for food
- Share your knowledge with junior colleagues and help build a positive, professional culture in the kitchen
Requirements & Eligibility
- You have worked as a Chef or experienced Cook in a commercial kitchen
- You hold a relevant culinary qualification or can point to a strong industry track record
- You can back up your practical skills with verified employment history
- You understand food costing, stock management and how kitchens operate
- You cope efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality environment and care about food quality and detail
- You bring a reliable work ethic, professional communication and a collaborative approach with kitchen and service teams
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