Chef

Location: MELBOURNE, VIC

Salary: Not Specified

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Placed.au is looking for a full-time Chef for our client in Melbourne, Victoria. As a member of the team, you will showcase your passion for the culinary arts and experience in ensuring seamless daily operations. Apply today and get the benefits of working in a thriving environment, a great work culture, and competitive pay. Job description:

• Prepare, cook, and present food to a high standard for regular service.
• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with other chefs and the owner to develop recipes and plan menus, taking into account seasonal availability of ingredients, expected customer numbers, portion sizes, and final menu pricing.
• Check the quantity and quality of received goods to ensure items meet order specifications and quality standards.
• Prepare meals in line with agreed recipes and standards.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels to minimise waste and manage inventory efficiently.
• Order food and other supplies as required to support kitchen operations.
• Train kitchen staff through on-the-job instruction and arrange external training where appropriate.
• Ensure all staff comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment, including fridges and cooking appliances, is operating correctly and at appropriate temperatures.
• Work within the budget set by the restaurant manager.
• Maintain strict safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards within the kitchen.
• Manage kitchen staff effectively, delegating tasks related to meal preparation, cooking, and timely food service.

Qualifications/Attributes:

• Must hold Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher, or at least 3 years of relevant work experience in lieu of the qualification.
• Must possess at least a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Have outstanding communication and leadership skills.
• Must have the willingness to collaborate with other colleagues.
• Must be obsessed with cooking, including unique and emerging trends.
• Must have organisational skills.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 p.a. excluding superannuation.