We are seeking an experienced Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. The successful applicant will prepare, cook and present a broad range of café meals, contribute to menu development and stock control, support other kitchen staff and help ensure efficient service and consistent food quality.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with Cafe 63 Ross Evans.
• Salary in the range of $78,000 to $80,000 + superannuation.
• The opportunity to work in a busy and professional café environment.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to menu preparation and maintain high standards of food quality and service.

Task & responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook a wide range of meals in accordance with the café's menu and recipes.
• Prepare and cook food to a consistently high standard, ensuring quality, presentation and portion control.
• Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and within required timeframes.
• Develop and assist with menu items, including adapting dishes to meet customer preferences and dietary requirements.
• Prepare ingredients, including washing, cutting, portioning, marinating and storing food appropriately.
• Ensure all food is prepared, handled and stored in accordance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients and ensure appropriate stock rotation.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining adequate supplies of food and kitchen ingredients.
• Minimise food wastage through effective preparation, portion control and appropriate storage practices.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen, including cooking equipment, preparation areas and storage facilities.
• Coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth and timely service.
• Assist with supervising and guiding kitchen staff and ensuring food preparation procedures are followed.
• Maintain accurate records relating to food preparation, stock levels, wastage and kitchen operations as required.

Qualification & experience

Essential Criteria

•    Minimum one year of relevant experience as a Chef or in a commercial kitchen environment.

•    Demonstrated experience in preparing and cooking a variety of meals in a café, restaurant or similar commercial kitchen.

•    Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, portion control and presentation.

•    Understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.

•    Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

•    Strong organisational and time-management skills.

•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

•    Good communication and interpersonal skills.

•    Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation during busy service periods.

Desirable

•    Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, Hospitality or an equivalent qualification.

•    Previous experience in a café, restaurant or similar hospitality environment will be highly regarded.

•    Experience with menu planning, stock control and kitchen supervision will be advantageous.