Chef

Himalchuli Pty Ltd; Cumberland; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Himalchuli Pty Ltd (Batika Restaurant and Lounge Bar) in Auburn NSW 2144 is seeking a full-time chef to lead kitchen operations. You will prepare and cook quality, fresh dishes while managing costs and staff within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The role requires AQF Certificate IV in Kitchen Management and a Diploma of Hospitality Management, plus 1+ year of chef experience. Competitive salary AU$80,000–AU$85,000, with on-site work and a strong team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate IV in Kitchen Management and Diploma of Hospitality Management are required.
• Experience as a Chef for more than 1 year is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all operational aspects of the kitchen.
• Monitor portion control, food costs, and minimise wastage.
• Plan, prepare and cook a variety of dishes in line with the menu and quality standards.
• Ensure quality and presentation of all foods.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff as needed.
• Develop and update menu items based on customer preferences and seasonal availability.
• Implement rosters within a strict budget.
• Receive and store food stocks, kitchen supplies and equipment.
• Assist in ordering and controlling stocks.
• Discuss food preparation issues with senior management.
• Maintain quality and presentation standards.
• Implement systems and procedures and inspect hygiene.

Education

AQF Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Job description

We are looking for a full-time Chef for HIMALCHULI PTY LTD T/as Batika Restaurant and Lounge Bar, located at P8/62-72 Queen St, Auburn NSW 2144 Australia, Australia. We are currently looking for an experienced kitchen professional to help us prepare and serve quality, fresh food to our customers. This role offers up to 38 hours per week . We're fast without compromise and our food is delicious without scrimping on goodness. We make the majority of food from scratch ourselves, a combination of freshly made, quality produce that has been locally and ethically sourced where possible.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsibility for all operational aspects of the kitchen.
• Monitor portion control, food costs, and minimise wastage
• Plan, prepare and cook a variety of dishes in accordance with the restaurant’s menu and quality standards
• Ensure quality and presentation of all foods
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff where required
• Develop and update menu items based on customer preferences and seasonal availability
• Implements rosters within a strict budget
• Receiving & storing food stocks, kitchen supplies and equipment
• Assisting in the ordering and controlling of Stocks
• Discussing food preparation issues with senior management
• Maintaining Quality and Presentation standards
• Implementing systems & procedures
• Implementing and Inspecting hygiene of workplace

Qualifications and Experience

• Must have AQF Certificate IV in Kitchen Management and Diploma of Hospitality Management
• Must have experience working as a Chef for more than 1 year

In return we offer a salary between $ 80,000 - $ 85,000 and a chance to work with a great team of people.