Cook /Chef

Mela N Eat Pty Ltd

Cook (ANZSCO: 351411 - Cook)

Full-time/Permanent

$74,000 - $76,000 (higher salary will be considered commensurate to qualifications and experience)

• Daily preparation of all ingredients and menu items
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications
• Prepare food for special dietary needs
• Prepare and store all meat, poultry and vegetables and other food according to standard and following procedures closely
• Maintain a clean kitchen and use kitchen appliances and equipment safely
• Restock all items as needed throughout shift and ensure items are as ordered and standards are met
• Understand and maintain knowledge of proper use and maintenance of all equipment in cooking station
• Ensure that all health, safety and hygiene regulations are strictly adhered to at all times
• Undertake cleaning, sanitation of all kitchen areas

• Relevant AQF Cert III including 2 years of on-the-job experience or Cert IV
• Applicants with qualifications must demonstrate 1 year of relevant experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience may replace the requirement of having a qualification.

Chef (ANZSCO: 351311 - Chef)

Full-time/Permanent

$74,000 - $78,000 (higher salary will be considered commensurate to qualifications and experience)

• Prepare and properly present food for regular service and functions
• Supervise and coordinate activities of kitchen staff
• Collaborate with Restaurant Manager to plan and develop recipes and menus, considering factors such as seasonal availability of ingredients, the likely number of customers, portion size and final menu price
• Provide costings of new menu items
• Check the quantity and quality of received products to ensure correct items are as ordered and standards are met
• Monitor and maintain stock levels to reduce wastage
• Inspect equipment, work areas and general supplies to ensure conformance to established health and safety standards
• Instruct and train other kitchen workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation, etc. of food
• Monitor and enforce sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations
• Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
• Assist in recruitment and induction of kitchen staff
• Discuss with the Restaurant Manager any equipment purchases and repairs required
• Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties and banquets
• Other managerial tasks associated with the operation of the kitchen, as required

• Relevant AQF Diploma and 1-year relevant experience
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience may replace the requirement of having a qualification.