Bessie – Chef de Partie (Full-Time)

The Role
We’re getting busier, and as such need some more help in the kitchen! This role is ideal for a passionate, hard working individual, with a commitment to high standards and an interest in learning and developing their skills in the kitchen.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Completing ordering and stocktaking to plan and manage food costs.
• Managing rosters and wage 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.

This is a Full-Time position of at least 30 hours per week.

In return for your dedication and commitment, we offer:

• Competitive pay of $26.00 – $32.00 per hour and transparency in how to move up, fast!
• 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.

Skills / Experience
You will be required to work as efficiently as possible, in a busy team environment, so great communication skills will give you instant bonus points. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to step up in their cooking career whilst working alongside an awesome team!

What we are looking for is:

• A passion for people and a drive to create memorable experiences
• A professional and friendly approach
• Energy and enthusiasm
• A fun and positive attitude

The Business
We wanted to bring the highest quality dining experience in a vibrant environment to Christchurch and we think we’ve done a pretty good job. Our approach to everything we do is centered around our customers from the moment they walk through the doors. Our specialty is our meat, but it doesn’t stop there. This is a dining experience like no other and we strive to ensure this is one to remember.

Our Story
We 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!

Click Apply to start your journey with us, we look forward to hearing from you!

Check us out!

https://bessie.co.nz/

https://www.cookbrothersbars.co.nz/