Chef, Pūkenga tao kai
Also known as
- Sous chef, executive chef, commis chef, chef de partie, personal chef
- , Kaiāwhina tākuta kararehe, kaitiaki kararehe taiwhanga pūtaiao
Chefs oversee the preparation and cooking of food at restaurants and other places where food is served. They manage menu planning, supplies and kitchen staff.
2:52 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $36
Most common
$43
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Chefs
- usually work long hours, including evenings and weekends and may be on call
- usually work in café and restaurant kitchens
- may work in hot, smelly and noisy conditions
- need to be organised and work well in a team and under pressure
Tasks
- prepare and cook food orders
- plan and create menus
- arrange food on plates
- train kitchen staff
- keep work areas clean
- follow health and safety rules
- order food and equipment
- make sure kitchenware is clean
- decide prices for menu items
- keep records of supplies
You need experience to become a chef and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- experience in a commercial kitchen
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 4)
If you’re in school
You usually don't need specific NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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