Chef

Hospitality · Cobram, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VIC, Australia · Full-Time · $75,000 - $85,000/yr

Wanted: a capable, committed Chef for a busy hospitality operation in Victoria, Australia.

The role goes beyond basic food preparation. You will be part of the daily running of the kitchen, covering prep, service, food standards and stock management, and you will be expected to contribute ideas for specials and menu improvements. It suits a chef who enjoys variety and handles pressure well.

Sponsorship may be considered for eligible applicants. A genuine employer will never ask you to pay for a job offer, so do not send money to anyone promising you this position.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and store all food in line with food safety requirements
Maintain a kitchen that is orderly, hygienic and properly organised
Cook and plate meals to the established quality and presentation standards
Coordinate the food preparation needed for daily service
Handle the full range of a diverse pub-style menu
Prepare and execute the daily specials and seasonal specials
Keep portion sizes consistent from plate to plate
Deliver the same flavour and presentation standard every time
Assist with ordering, inventory control and stock rotation
Watch ingredient availability and cut down on unnecessary wastage
Coordinate with the kitchen team while service is running
Talk with front-of-house staff so meal service runs smoothly
Contribute new dish ideas and help develop the menu
Support other kitchen staff with preparation and service
Keep a professional, productive approach when it gets busy

Requirements & Eligibility

Sponsorship Available for suitable eligible applicants; candidates requiring employer sponsorship may be considered where the eligibility requirements are met
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or another recognised equivalent qualification
Demonstrated experience cooking as a Chef in a commercial hospitality kitchen
Practical knowledge of modern cooking and food preparation techniques, plus a strong understanding of hygiene, food safety and workplace safety standards
Can handle multiple kitchen tasks while keeping quality up, and stays calm and efficient in high-volume service
Good communicator with strong interpersonal skills who can work independently and still contribute to the team
Positive, dependable and professional in work ethic
Ready to work evenings, weekends and public holidays
Willing to contribute to the wider kitchen operation

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