Japanese Cuisine Chef (CDP)

Well established Asahi Japanese Restaurant in Orewa is looking for a Chef experiended in Japanese cuisine Current vacant position: CDP for Hot Food Section x 1 This is a full time, permanent position with guaranteed weekly working hours of 30 hours. We will offer the wage from $28.00 - $32.00 per hour based on your experiences and skills. No formal cooking qualification is required for this position but previous relevant experience is essential. Must have at least 3-4 years of work experience in a commercial kitchen including a minimum 2 years of work experience in Japanese and/or Korean cuisine Cookery training at Level 4 or higher is an advantage but not mandatory Good knowledge and skills in cooking Japanese/Korean cuisine, sauces, and food ingredients Having a good knowledge of handling seafood and Asian ingredients Ability to make foods on time Ability to work under pressure without supervision Good kitchen management and time organization skills under pressure including stocktaking and placing order Ability to lead a team with strong team spirit including training Innovative ideas and enthusiasm for food Flexibility on working hours/ability to work shifts, weekends, and late night High standard of knowledge of food hygiene and safety Key duties and responsibilities: Managing day to day operation of Hot Food Section Preparing the highest quality of foods and standard of services to ensure the customers’ satisfaction Preparing food items Menu planning and costing in association with other chefs Monitoring the quality of raw and cooked food products to restaurant standards Ordering and storing Enforcing food hygiene, health and safety including cleaning schedules Training and demonstrating techniques to junior kitchen staff Managing food storage and preservation If you think you have what it takes then please send your CV along with a cover letter confirming your work experiences, training and reference t o [email protected] by 13 July 2026. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. #J-18808-Ljbffr