Restaurant Manager/Cook

We are looking for a Restaurant Manager and a Cook to work at Bistro and Bar Corporation Limited T/A ELMO'S Italian Pizza Bar in Auckland.

Restaurant Manager is expected to work a minimum of 32-35 hours a week with a weekly payroll. Hours are rostered on a weekly basis and might include weekend shifts.

Cook is expected to work a minimum of 32-35 hours a week with a weekly payroll. Hours are rostered on a weekly basis and might include weekend shifts.

Pay Rate: $30- $35 (Restaurant Manager)
\n $25.50- $ 28 ( Cook)

Restaurant Manager Duties:

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1. Manage the day-to-day operations of the restaurant and bar to ensure everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
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2. Recruit, train, supervise and support staff to maintain high standards of customer service and performance.
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3. Ensure customers receive excellent service and resolve any complaints in a timely and professional manner.
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4. Plan and carry out promotions, social media activities and special events to attract more customers and increase sales.
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5. Prepare staff rosters, monitor attendance and ensure enough staff are available for each shift.
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6. Manage the ordering, receiving and stock control of food, drinks and other restaurant supplies.
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7. Handle cash, banking, POS transactions and ensure all financial records are accurate.
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8. Review sales, budgets and business reports and work with the owners to improve business performance.
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9. Work with the Head Chef to plan menus, set prices and maintain food quality standards.
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10. Ensure the restaurant, bar and dining areas are clean, tidy and maintained to a high standard.
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11. Organise private functions, group bookings and special events to ensure they run successfully.
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12. Ensure alcohol is served responsibly by following liquor licence rules and checking customer identification when required.
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13. Ensure the restaurant follows all food safety, health and safety, and legal requirements at all times.
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14. Maintain good relationships with customers, suppliers and service providers to support smooth business operations.
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15. Review customer feedback and business performance regularly and make improvements to increase customer satisfaction and business growth.
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Restaurant Manager Requirements:
\n 1. Diploma level 5 qualification (Hospitality or Business) or three years of work
\n experience in a management role in the hospitality sector.
\n 2. Good oral/written communication skills.
\n 3. Strong analytical/decision-making skills.
\n 4. Basic computer literacy.

Cook Job Responsibilities:

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1. Prepare, cook and present food according to the restaurant's recipes and quality standards.
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2. Assist the Chef in planning menus and creating new seasonal dishes.
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3. Check the quality, taste, portion size and presentation of food before serving.
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4. Estimate food requirements, monitor stock levels and help order ingredients when needed.
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5. Check all food items and deliveries to ensure they are fresh and of good quality.
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6. Keep the kitchen clean, organised and maintain good food hygiene at all times.
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7. Train and guide kitchen staff on food preparation, cooking methods and kitchen procedures.
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8. Control food costs, reduce wastage and use ingredients efficiently while maintaining food quality.
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Cook Requirements:

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1. Hold a relevant qualification in Cookery(Level 2 or 3) or have at least three years of experience as a Cook.
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2. Have good knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods and kitchen operations.
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3. Be able to work well in a busy kitchen and follow instructions from the Chef or Restaurant Manager.
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4. Be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
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