Chef

We are seeking an experienced Chef to step straight into busy kitchen. Grilling steaks and other meats essential part of job. Full time hours available and for the right applicant an opportunity awaits to take the reins and turn this kitchen into yours. Super friendly kitchen to operate, clean and easy to work in. A great team to surround you and room to build your own team. 

You will be an enthusiastic and committed team member to deliver a great customer experience. and have an ability and desire to work morning, late evening and weekend shifts Innovative and organise.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian work visa. This position is for immediate start for the successful applicant.

Benefits

• Free food and drinks during shifts  
• Visa support available  
• Paid breaks for every shift  
• Friendly and supportive team environment  
• Growth and leadership opportunities

Task & responsibilities

Summary of Position:

• planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
• be responsible for quality control and tasting the dishes; making sure they are at the right standard and are presented correctly before they go out to the customer
• discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dieticians and kitchen and waiting staff
• demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
• preparing and cooking food
• explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
• may select and train staff
• may freeze and preserve foods
• create a vision for the cuisine, inspire your team and delegate tasks effectively
• recruit, motivate and manage staff
• oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, order food and undertake the kitchen inventory (this potentially includes budgeting)
• oversee hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen
• prepare and plate dishes and have an input into menu design.

Qualification & experience

To be successful in the role, you will need to have:

• Appropriate qualifications such as AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma [ANZSCO Skill Level 2] at a minimum
• A minimum of at least 1-years formal experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced environment