Chef

MARCO POLO COFFEE HOUSE PTY LTD; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Supportive environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Marco Polo Coffee House Pty Ltd in Mickleham, VIC is seeking a skilled Chef for a full-time role in our busy kitchen. You will prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes, contribute to menu ideas, and help manage day-to-day kitchen operations.

You should hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, have at least 1 year of relevant experience, and thrive under pressure while maintaining food safety and HACCP standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of relevant full-time work experience.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes in accordance with recipes and standards.
• Assist the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations and provide support.
• Review menus periodically and contribute ideas for new dishes using seasonal ingredients.
• Assist with calculating food costs and monitor costs for menu items.
• Monitor dish quality during preparation and presentation.
• Ensure junior staff follow cooking techniques, portions and presentation standards.
• Check freshness and quality of ingredients and rotate stock using FIFO.
• Maintain hygiene, safety, and sanitation to WHS/OHS standards.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and minimise wastage.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Employment Type: Full-TimeSalary $ 75K- $85K+ Superannuation

About Us

We are a well-established café located in Mickleham. We pride ourselves on providing quality food and excellent service to our customers. Our venue caters to a diverse range of patrons, and we are committed to maintaining high standards across our kitchen and dining operations.

The Role

A full-time position is available for a skilled and creative Chef who has a genuine passion for food and takes pride in delivering consistently high-quality dishes.

As part of your duties and responsibilities, you will:

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes in accordance with established recipes and standards.
• Assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day running and operation of the kitchen and undertake additional responsibilities when required.
• Review menus periodically and contribute ideas for new dishes, including dishes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
• Assist with calculating food costs for new dishes and monitoring cost changes for existing menu items.
• Monitor the quality of dishes throughout preparation and presentation.
• Ensure junior kitchen staff follow appropriate cooking techniques, portioning and presentation standards.
• Check the freshness and quality of ingredients and other food products.
• Ensure stock is rotated appropriately in accordance with the FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
• Monitor food preparation, storage and handling practices to ensure appropriate hygiene and food safety standards are maintained.
• Ensure compliance with applicable workplace health and safety (WHS/OH&S), sanitation and kitchen hygiene requirements.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and minimising food wastage.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service.

The Applicant

To be successful in this position, you should:

• Hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Have at least 1 year of relevant full-time work experience in a similar position.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Have the ability to consistently produce high-quality dishes.
• Be capable of working efficiently under pressure in a busy and fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Have sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, sanitation and WHS/OH&S requirements.
• Have good organisational and time-management skills.
• Be reliable, motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Have strong attention to detail, particularly regarding food quality, portioning and presentation.
• Be flexible and available to work across a rotating roster, including nights, weekends and public holidays as required.

• Full-time and ongoing employment
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunity to work as part of an experienced kitchen team
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression