Saigon Kingdom Looking for Front of House / Kitchen Hand at Queenstown, Otago Full Time

We’re looking for a Full-time Front of House and Kitchen Hand with at least 1 year experience in similar role.

Front of House $25-$28        

To manage the operation of a designated section of the kitchen following the Executive Chef / Head Chef & Sous Chef’s guideline – providing maximum quality in order to satisfy customer expectations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• setting and arranging tables
• greeting customers and presenting them with menus and beverage lists
• taking orders and relaying them to kitchen and bar staff
• serving food and beverages
• opening bottles and pouring beverages
• clearing tables and returning dishes and cutlery to kitchen
• removing empty bottles and used glasses from tables, and refilling and replacing glasses
• collecting payments for sales and operating point of sales machines and cash registers
• may recommend wines to complement food

Kitchen Hand $25-$28

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform basic food preparation tasks in the kitchen – assisting senior chefs to prepare stipulated menu items or ingredients for dishes.
• Wash dishes and put away clean dishes as required.
• Ensure cleaning equipment is kept clean and orderly.
• Clean all kitchen surfaces, including floors and equipment.
• Take out rubbish.
• Receive deliveries and put away stock.
• Gain knowledge of working as part of the kitchen team.
• Follow set policies to maintain standards for food safety in all food preparation areas.
• Follow set policies to maintain standards for health & safety at work in all food preparation areas.
• Inform the designated management if any hazards are identified that may affect work conditions.
• Communicate well with other staff.
• Attend kitchen meetings.
• Any other duties the Executive Chef / Head Chef, Sous Chef or Chef De Partie may reasonably require.

Why work for us:

• 30 hour minimum employment contract and we ensure you have a great life/work balance.
• Delicious staff meals provided on shift (and discounts when off!)
• Positive work culture focused on your learning and development
• A well known Vietnamese Restaurant since 2012, with lot of positive review