Indian Curry /
The Opportunity
Recruiting for an Indian Curry / Tandoori Chef near Dunedin, New Zealand, the hiring restaurant is after someone who can carry a service, teach others and protect standards. It is a permanent full-time job of no less than 30 hours per week.
Read the duties closely and the priorities are clear. Running packed lunch and dinner services, sometimes without backup, comes first. Then come training cooks and apprentices, food safety compliance, menu ideas, and keeping stock and waste under control. Candidates who stand out will show matching experience for each of those points rather than a generic kitchen history.
On eligibility, applicants need New Zealand residency, a valid New Zealand work visa, or eligibility for sponsorship under the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme.
A tailored CV wins this kind of shortlist. Open with the services you have led and the apprentices you have trained, then add your hygiene and food safety track record. Tailor a Tandoori chef CV in Build AI CV so it mirrors these duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead lunch and dinner services at peak times, solo or with colleagues
- Coach kitchen staff and apprentices on technique and menu preparation
- Uphold New Zealand food safety rules in preparation, presentation and hygiene
- Put forward new dishes, support menu development and manage stock to limit waste and cost
- Communicate clearly with guests and staff and help build a positive kitchen team
Requirements & Eligibility
- Experience of at least 2 years as a chef, or in a more senior role, in a commercial kitchen
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong communication skills
- Strong organisational skills
- The ability to work efficiently under pressure while keeping quality consistent
- Flexibility for mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays, and a commitment to long-term employment
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please follow these instructions carefully:
- Send your CV to our team by email: Apply by email.
- Ensure your CV includes all relevant professional information.
- Subject Line: Please mention the position you are applying for (Indian Curry / Tandoori Chef) in the email subject.
- Include at least two professional work references on your CV.
- Attach copies of your skills assessment and trade certificates if available.
- Attach a clear copy of your passport.
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