We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef/Cook to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality food, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and supporting smooth kitchen operations.
To be considered for this position, you must:
- Have previous experience in the industry or in a similar role (at least 1 year)
- Diploma/Certificate III/IV in cookery or equivalent
- Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Passion for creating delicious and high-quality food.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Chef Job Responsibilities:
- Developing new dishes and planning menus considering preparation costs including labour cost
- Engaging in food preparation and cooking
- Overseeing food preparation to maintain consistently high standards.
- Providing demonstrations of techniques and offering advice on cooking procedures.
- Monitoring and maintaining stock levels
- Communicating and enforcing hygiene standards.
- Collaborating with managers, and kitchen and waiting staff on food preparation issues
- Demonstrating techniques and providing advice on cooking procedures.
- Conducting inventory checks in the kitchen and placing supply orders as needed.
- Selecting and training staff
- Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations and updating policies regularly as needed.
Cook job responsibilities
- Prepare and assemble ingredients for menu items.
- Prepare high-quality meals and food items according to company recipes.
- Store excess food at the correct temperature in order to avoid spoilage.
- Ensure that food portions and food presentation meet company standards.
- Monitor supplies and re-order stock as needed.
- Ensure that cooking utensils are clean before each use.
- Clean and sterilize food preparation areas.
- Assist other cooks to ensure that food orders are completed in a timely manner.
- Efficiently resolve problems with customers’ orders.
- Ensure that food health and safety regulations are followed.
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Pay: $75,000.00- $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
If you are passionate about cooking and enjoy working in a busy kitchen, we would love to hear from you.