Cooks & Kitchen Hands – Wahlburgers Queenstown

Job Description

Full job description

Benefits:

• Be part of a growing and exciting brand;
• Iconic tourist precinct;
• Employment available on a full-time, part-time or casual basis;
• Discounts on meals and merchandise;
• Access to on-the-job training programs in hospitality;
• Scope to grow within our organisation; and
• NZ$22-NZ$30 per hour (dependent upon experience).

If we bring the Wahl Sauce, can you bring the sizzle?

Founded in 2011 by the Wahlberg family; Chef Paul, Mark, and Donnie Wahlberg, the brand has a cult following across the United States.

During 2022, Wahlburgers leapt into the restaurant scene across Australia and we opened our first restaurant in NZ in March 2023 at the iconic Princes Wharf precinct in Auckland.

Here at Wahlburgers, our mission is to welcome guests like they’re family and give them an exceptional dining experience. Like our guests, our staff are also valued members of our brand, that’s why we promise to treat each other with respect, help out one another, and always have each other’s backs.”

We are looking for a range of positions and experience levels and training will be provided to all successful candidates.

Job functions include:

• Assist the Kitchen Managers and Assistant Kitchen Managers with all facets of daily kitchen operations;
• Maintain our high standards for consistency in our recipe and menu item execution;
• Help maintain professional restaurant and team member image, including restaurant cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards; and
• Ensure a safe and harassment-free environment for all Team Members and Managers;

Critical Skills

• Excellent interpersonal/listening/communication skills
• Ability to inspire cooperation and teamwork through self-confidence, attitude, and enthusiasm;
• Knowledge of operations and maintenance of commercial food preparation equipment;
• Organized and systematic approach to work and the ability to prioritize efficiently;
• Attention to detail

Specific requirements

CDP

• Minimum 3 years’ kitchen work experience in high-volume environments; supervisory roles preferred;
• Extensive knowledge of kitchen operations and meticulous culinary skills; and
• Ability to manage inventory and allocate responsibilities and resources;

Commis Chef

• Minimum 2 years’ kitchen work experience in high-volume environments.

KP/Dishwasher

• Minimum 3 months in a commercial kitchen washing dishes.

Remuneration & Benefits:

• Team Members will be employed on a full-time, part-time or casual basis;
• Rosters will be flexible and take into account your commitments outside of work;
• Discounts on meals and merchandise;
• Access to on-the-job training programs in hospitality; and
• Scope to grow within our organization.

MOST IMPORTANTLY: Consistently upholds Wahlburgers mission, vision, philosophy and core values through leadership by example.

Please attach a copy of your CV with your application.