Chef’s Assistant

About Ji’s Kitchen

Ji’s Kitchen is approved by many Lower Hutt locals that this is the place to visit for traditional Chinese cuisine. We pride ourselves on quality food and most importantly excellent customer service. Thanks to the reopening of the border, we have increasing number of clients and we need more staff work with us. Now we are hiring 3 Chef’s Assistants to join our fast-paced kitchen in Lower Hutt.

We are offering you

We offer a competitive hourly rate $27.76 for the Chef’s Assistants, good work/life balance with flexible working conditions and other benefits.

The hours will be full time from Mondays to Sunday on shift. Weekly hours will be at least 40 hours and maximum at 50 hours.

We also provide staff meals, dining discount and training.

Main duties of the Chef’s Assistant:

• Washing, peeling, cutting, slicing and dicing food ingredients in preparation for cooking and serving
• Cutting and grinding meat, poultry and seafood in preparation for cooking
• Weighing and measuring ingredients and refilling the sauces and seasonings in advance
• Cleaning the pans and pots and general utensils like plates and bowls used in the kitchen and restaurant
• Daily Kitchen Cleaning and ensuring food and hygiene standards according to Food Control Plan
• Monitor the stocks and give feedback
• Packing food and beverage trays for serving

Requirements for the Chef’s Assistant:

• No prior experience nor qualification required but would be an advantage if you have experience in this industry.
• On-the-job training will be provided if you are the right one.
• A reliable, friendly and professional manner.
• Ability to work in an organized manner, especially in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent food hygiene skills and strong focus.
• Long-term commitment required.

If you are interested in working for a friendly team with a clear purpose that are committed to safety, kindness and developing our people we would love to hear from you.

Please click “apply now” and send us your CV with a cover letter explaining why you are the perfect candidate.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $27.76 – $28.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Shift work

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lower Hutt City, Wellington: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you New Zealand citizen or resident visa holder?

Experience:

• Chinese Cuisine Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)