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Glass Goose - Sous Chef - Full Time
AI Summary
The Sous Chef supports kitchen operations by preparing and cooking food to high standards, managing stock and ordering, monitoring dish quality, and coordinating with kitchen, front-of-house, and management teams in a fast-paced rooftop bar and eatery.
About this role
The Business
The Glass Goose Bar & Eatery lies at the top of a hidden staircase just off Federal Street. Mirroring a garden glass house, our secret rooftop bar is open from lunch until late. The contemporary yet casual eating and drinking space is a true oasis, tucked away from the city’s bustle. Our view of the sky tower is second to none and the perfect companion for one of our famous cocktails.
The Role
This is a permanent Full-Time position which requires you to set an example in the kitchen with your exemplary cooking skills, and maintaining the highest of standards.
Your main responsibilities include:
- Completing ordering and stocktaking to plan and manage food costs
- Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
- Discussing food preparation issues with managers, kitchen and waiting staff
- Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
- Preparing and cooking food to a consistently high standard
- Understanding the food control plan and understanding the cleaning standards and processes within the kitchen
- Ensure all food is prepped and portion controlled prior to service to ensure no food prep is required to be completed during service
- Ensuring clear communication between the kitchen, front of house and head office
- For visa applicants you will need to know that this role will be an average of at least 30 hours per week with a maximum of 60 hours per week.
Skills / Experience
We are looking for an energetic, flexible and hard working candidate.
The ideal candidate will be someone with:
- A passion for food and providing experiences
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong leadership and culinary skills
- Energy and enthusiasm to share with your team
- Proven experience in a fast paced high end kitchen environment
- NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2); and/or at least three years of relevant experience
Our Story
Cook Brothers Hospitality Group started in 2004, and we've been on an epic ride ever since. We have created some of New Zealand’s most beloved bars, restaurants and licensed burger joints, with outlets throughout the country which offer outstanding food and beverages delivered with warmth and hospitality. Google us, have a beer with us, join us!
In return for your dedication and commitment, we offer:
- Industry leading training - we invest time into you and your professional development
- Staff discounts at every site
- Opportunities to work across all sites
- A supportive and encouraging team
Click Apply to start your journey with us. We look forward to hearing from you! Applications close 20th September
Check us out!
https://www.glassgoose.co.nz/
https://www.cookbrothersbars.co.nz/
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