Commis Chef

We’re getting ready to open Wilko’s, a new neighbourhood restaurant in Point Chevalier, and we’re looking for a motivated Demi Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team.

This is an opportunity to be part of a new restaurant from the beginning, work alongside an experienced kitchen team, and help establish the standards, systems and culture that will define our kitchen.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys cooking, takes pride in their work and wants to continue developing their skills in a professional, supportive and hands-on kitchen.

What you’ll be doing

• Assist with the preparation and service of high-quality dishes, maintaining consistency, presentation and attention to detail.
• Support your section during service and ensure mise en place is organised and ready.
• Follow recipes, preparation methods and portion-control standards.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, food safety and workplace cleanliness.
• Ensure ingredients are stored, labelled and rotated correctly.
• Work closely with the senior chefs and wider kitchen team to keep service running smoothly.
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation, waste control and general kitchen organisation.
• Contribute ideas, learn new techniques and take an active interest in the menu.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally as a Demi Chef de Partie or Commis Chef.
• A genuine passion for food and a willingness to learn.
• Good knife skills, organisation and attention to detail.
• The ability to work calmly and efficiently in a busy kitchen.
• A positive attitude, reliability and strong teamwork.
• A commitment to food safety, cleanliness and consistent standards.
• Flexibility to work a roster that includes evenings and weekends.

What we offer

• The opportunity to join a new restaurant from its opening stage.
• The chance to learn from experienced chefs and develop your skills.
• A collaborative kitchen environment where good ideas and initiative are valued.
• Opportunities to take on greater responsibilities as the restaurant grows.
• A team that values quality, consistency and pride in its work.

Interested?

If you’re a reliable, enthusiastic chef who wants to develop their skills and be part of building a new restaurant, we’d love to hear from you.

You can apply directly through Trade Me Jobs or send your CV, along with a brief introduction about yourself and your kitchen experience, to james@wilkos.co.nz.