Bendigo - Chef

About The Client

Fig and Olive Cowes in VIC is looking for an experienced Chef to join their team. Their in-house restaurant serves modern Australian cuisine including grilled meats and seafood. They are always looking for new and creative ways to excite their customers in terms of food taste, quality and presentation.

The Role

This is a full-time role with an annual salary set at $77,500, depending on experience plus superannuation. The role is based in Cowes in VIC.

• Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
• Cooking variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
• Using different methods of cooking such as specialized cooking, frying, steaming, boiling, and grilling.
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces, and garnishes
• Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment maintain them in good working condition
• Reporting to management if any maintenance is required
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies, and equipment
• Order raw materials to supplier as per business need
• Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
• Follow and maintain all OH&SC requirement for safe kitchen operations.
• Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
• Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Assist with the ordering of supplies
• Cooking menu items in co-operation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Assist in the development of the menu in consultation with the restaurant director/owner.
• Supervising and training new staff as and when required

The Requirements:

To be considered for the position you must meet the following requirements:

• Relevant qualifications in cookery or hospitality
• Has a least 3 years’ experience working in a commercial kitchen
• At least 3 years’ experience of menu planning and new dish planning
• At least 3 years’ experience in preparing food to dietary restrictions
• Must know how and have at least 3 years’ experience in grilling over open fire
• Experience and knowledge in modern Australian cuisine is essential
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task
• Experience supervising staff
• Ability to manage stock and par levels within budget
• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Is punctual and able to follow instructions
• Maintains a clean and sanitized work area
• Shares a passion for the hospitality industry