Chef [Full-time]

Bedggood & Co. [East Melbourne]

Salary: $79,600.00-$80,000.00 plus superannuation

Organise and control the operations of the kitchen to ensure a memorable dining experience for our patrons. 

Benefits

• 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.
• A generous salary is on offer for the right candidate. If you are looking for the next chapter in your career, please apply now.
• Please note only successful applicants will be responded to.

Task & responsibilities

Organise and control the operations of the kitchen to ensure a memorable dining experience for our patrons. Duties include but are not limited to:

• 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, Dietitians 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 the 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

• Appropriate qualifications such as AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma [ANZSCO Skill Level 2] at a minimum
• A minimum of at least 3-years formal experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced environment
• At least 1-year experience would be recommended
• A positive attitude with a strong work ethic and good communication skills 
• Ability to work well within a team environment and under pressure 
• Be available to workdays, nights and weekends and have your own reliable transport.
• An ability and desire to work morning, late evening and weekend shifts Innovative and organise.