[ref. y1371701] Chef

The Curlew Café is looking for an experienced Chef to join the team.

• Preparing high-quality food according to menu guidelines and recipes
• Monitoring the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
• Liaising with suppliers, assisting with the rostering of the kitchen staff, ordering of food, kitchen supplies, and equipment
• Ensuring proper storage, stock rotation, and control of foodstuff is maintained
• Budgeting and cost control
• Assisting in the design and planning of menus and specials
• Cooking a variety of foodstuff and menu items in a productive and economical way
• Maintaining the highest standards of food presentation, portion control, and quality
• Training and supervising apprentices, trainees, and other kitchen staff
• Ensuring the kitchen is following health, safety, and security procedures
• Superior time management skills, customer service skills, communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Compliance with food safety & HACCP, WH&S for food operations, kitchen, and associated area

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role
• A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher
• Sound understanding of food safety regulation
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Salary: $74,000-$80,000 / year + Super