Chef

FOOD IDEA PTY LTD; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Busy environment

Good work life balance

Family-like culture

Ongoing training

Job summary

Food Idea Pty Ltd, trading as Ballarat Aussie Adda, is seeking an experienced Chef to manage our kitchen in Sebastopol, VIC. You’ll oversee menu development, prep, and a safe work area, leading the kitchen team across day and night shifts.

You will create Bangladeshi Fusion and Italian dishes using fresh ingredients, ensure top quality and presentation, and liaise with front-of-house to ensure smooth service. A positive, busy environment with ongoing training awaits.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a Chef in a similar environment.
• Cert III and Cert IV in Cookery and Diploma of Hospitality.
• Ability to lead kitchen operations and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Create and prepare delicious Bangladeshi Fusion cuisines, Italian dishes and other food items using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure all dishes meet high standards for quality and presentation.
• Manage and maintain kitchen inventory, ordering supplies as needed.
• Oversee food preparation, adhering to food safety regulations.
• Lead and train the kitchen team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Liaise with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Energy and motivation

Work under pressure

Customer service

Education

Certificate III in Cookery

Certificate IV in Cookery

Diploma of Hospitality

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description
Food Idea Pty Ltd, trading as Ballarat Aussie Adda is an authentic Western & South Asian Restaurant located at 202 Albert Street, Sebastopol, VIC 3356 that specialises in Western & Bangladeshi Fusion cuisines all are made to order dishes. with great customer Service, value for money and large meals. We currently have a full-time opportunity available for an experienced Chef to join our team.

As a Chef, you will be running our kitchen. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of our kitchen operation, from menu development and preparation to maintaining a clean and safe work environment. You will lead kitchen team, ensuring smooth service throughout the day and night shifts where applicable.

Responsibilities:

• Create and prepare delicious Bangladeshi Fusion cuisines, Italian Dishes and other food items using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure all dishes meet our high standards for quality and presentation.
• Manage and maintain kitchen inventory, ordering supplies as needed.
• Oversee food preparation, adhering to food safety regulations.
• Lead and train the kitchen team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Liaise with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

Experience: At least 1 year of experience working as a Chef in a similar environment Qualification: Cert 3, Cert 4 in Cookery and Diploma of Hospitality Salary: $82,000 Why Join Us?

• Supportive, fun, and busy environment – work with vibrant and energetic team
• Good work life balance
• A business that Care – a work culture that feels like a family build on foundation of quality, compassion & integrity
• Ongoing training and development – We’ll teach you everything you need to know!

When you join the team, you’ll bring:

• Extraordinary interpersonal skills, building lasting connections with customers
• Energy and motivation to keep pace within an active and busy environment
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise tasks.
• A passion for food and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
• Safety first approach with a level-head in emergency situations