Shivora Pty Ltd are seeking a skilled and experienced Chef to plan, organise and oversee the preparation and cooking of food in our busy Café 63 Marsden Park location. This role offers a salary of at least $80,000 plus superannuation, with an immediate start. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives under pressure and takes pride in consistent, high-quality food.

Benefits

• Room to explore your creativity in menu development 
• Competitive salary and full-time, ongoing hours

Task & responsibilities

• Design and update menus, working out food and labour costs and placing orders with suppliers 
• Check dishes at every stage of preparation and plating to keep quality and presentation consistent 
• Liaise with management and front-of-house/kitchen staff to resolve any food preparation issues 
• Show junior kitchen staff the right techniques and guide them on cooking methods 
• Cook and prepare meals to a high, consistent standard during busy service periods 
• Make sure the kitchen team understands and follows food safety and hygiene rules 
• Recruit, train and supervise chefs and kitchen hands 
• Store, freeze and preserve stock correctly to reduce waste 
• Oversee stock levels, ordering and supplier relationships to avoid shortages 
• Keep the kitchen compliant with WHS and food safety standards at all times 
• Help plan staff rosters and coordinate the kitchen during peak trading times 
• Keep the kitchen organised and running efficiently

Qualification & experience

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery / Kitchen Management or higher is essential 
• Minimum 12 months relevant working experience in a similar high-volume kitchen environment is highly regarded. 
• A genuine passion for producing consistent, high-quality food 
• Sound understanding of kitchen financials, including costing and minimising waste 
• A professional, calm attitude under pressure 
• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment 
• A strong team player who leads by example