Cafe Chef (Full-Time) - Columbus Coffee New Lynn

Full-timePosted 2 weeks ago

Job Description

CAFÉ CHEF | COLUMBUS COFFEE NEW LYNN
Can you deliver the classics brilliantly and create new favourites that keep customers coming back?
Columbus Coffee New Lynn is looking for an experienced and creative Café Chef to join our busy team.
This is a hands-on role for someone who can deliver the established Columbus menu with consistency and panache, while creating fresh local cabinet food, specials and made-to-order items that help grow customer visits and food sales.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Prepare the Columbus menu and seasonal releases to a consistently high standard
Create fresh, tempting cabinet items, specials and made-to-order dishes
Maintain excellent food quality, presentation and portion control
Coordinate preparation and service during busy periods
Support other kitchen team members
Manage stock, ordering, food costs and waste
Manage and maintain the café’s Food Control Plan, ensuring all required records, checks and food safety procedures are completed
Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and health and safety
Work with the Café Manager to improve the food offer and grow sales
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Experience in a busy café or commercial kitchen
Creativity, flair and a genuine passion for great café food
Confidence following established recipes and brand standards
Experience managing a Food Control Plan and maintaining accurate food safety records
Strong kitchen organisation and food safety knowledge
Good commercial awareness, including food costs and waste control
A calm, positive and team-focused approach
Reliable transport and availability to work weekends
A cookery qualification or strong practical experience
WHY JOIN US?
A recognised national café brand with established systems and support
The opportunity to create local cabinet items and specials
A busy location with plenty of potential
No restaurant late nights
* A generous staff purchase scheme at participating Columbus Coffee cafés and Mitre 10 stores
If you’re ready to bring fresh ideas, great food and positive energy to Columbus Coffee New Lynn, apply online with your CV and a brief cover letter.
We’d also love to hear about a menu, cabinet or special item you’ve created that proved popular with customers.

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