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Posted 08 July, 2026

ASSISTANT COOK

Pista House NZ Limited
Auckland, AUK, NZ Full Time
Reference: 5e2b445d649f3afb

Job Description

We are looking for Assistant Cooks to work for our busy restaurant. Candidate should pass a background check and be physically fit. New Zealand citizen or resident will be getting preference. It is a full time permanent and in Auckland. The minimum work will be 32 hours pw and maximum will be 46 hours pw. The minimum wage is $27.00 ph and maximum wages will be $32.00ph. There will be one and half overtime payment.

Job Description.

· To be a full-time Assistant Cook of the employer

· · Assisting in taking and serving food orders, and receiving payments from customers

· · Assisting in washing, cutting, measuring, and mixing food for cooking

· Page 1· Supporting in preparing and cooking bulk foods

· · Assisting to prepare, season, and cook food in a dining, buffet, and catering establishment

· · Assisting in preparing and cooking food to meet special dietary requirements

· · Assisting in operating cooking equipment such as ovens, grills, microwaves, and deep-fat fryers

· · Helping maintain temperatures of ovens and other cooking equipment

· · Assisting in cleaning food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils, and ensuring that the

· kitchen premises are at all times kept clean and well maintained

· · Assisting in portioning food and placing it on plates, adding gravies

· · Supporting senior kitchen staff and assisting in training on safety procedures

· · Assisting in garnishing food as per request

· · Assisting in receiving, checking, and storing kitchen supplies and preparing food as per Council

· requirements and regulations relating to food safety

· · Assisting to estimate food requirements and plan menus

· · Assisting in ensuring that the premises are not subjected or exposed to any fire risks and that all fire

· safety regulations are met at all times

· · Reporting promptly to the employer any complaints

· · Following instructions from the Cook and Owner in all aspects

Skill Requires for Cooks

· Two years of relevant work experience

· Must have the ability to assist the head cook to prepare and cook a variety of Asian dishes, with a strong knowledge of authentic recipes

· Must possess a sound understanding of health and safety standards in a commercial kitchen environment

· Must be cooperative, respectful, and able to work harmoniously with fellow team members

* If you are a New Zealand citizen or resident please mention it in your application/CV, which will carry an extra credit.

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