Chef

Martini + Co Bayside Frankston; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Martini + Co Bayside Frankston is seeking an experienced Chef to join its kitchen team at Bayside Entertainment Complex, Frankston VIC. You will prepare and cook a diverse range of menu items, coordinating food preparation during service and maintaining consistent standards of food quality, flavour and presentation.

The role requires a relevant Commercial Cookery qualification and 1–2 years of experience in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and commercial kitchen operations.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality, flavour, portioning and presentation during busy service periods.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices.
• Strong organisational, communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a diverse range of menu items in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
• Prepare pizzas, pasta, gnocchi, seafood, steaks, chicken dishes, burgers and other contemporary meals.
• Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to maintain consistent quality, flavour and presentation.
• Inspect ingredients and food products to ensure freshness and quality.
• Regulate cooking temperatures and operate grills, ovens, stovetops and equipment safely.
• Season, portion and present dishes in accordance with restaurant standards.
• Assist with menu planning, specials and estimating food requirements.
• Monitor ingredient usage and minimise food wastage.
• Ensure ingredients and prepared food are stored, handled and rotated appropriately.
• Coordinate food preparation activities and guide junior kitchen staff during service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment and food storage areas.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.

Skills

Food preparation knowledge

Cooking techniques

Kitchen operations

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

Commercial Cookery qualification

Job description

Martini + Co Bayside Frankston operates a contemporary restaurant and bar within the Bayside Entertainment Complex in Frankston, Victoria. The venue offers modern Australian dining with international influences, including breakfast, grazing plates, pizzas, pasta and gnocchi, burgers, seafood, steaks, chicken dishes and other mains, together with functions and event dining. The business focuses on consistent food quality, presentation and efficient kitchen service across a busy hospitality environment.

About the Role

Martini + Co Bayside Frankston is seeking an experienced Chef to join its kitchen team. The successful candidate will prepare and cook a diverse range of menu items, coordinate food preparation during service and maintain consistent standards of food quality, flavour, presentation and kitchen operations.

Location: Bayside Entertainment Complex, 21 Wells Street, Frankston VIC 3199

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus Superannuation

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a diverse range of menu items in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards
• Prepare pizzas, pasta, gnocchi, seafood, steaks, chicken dishes, burgers and other contemporary restaurant meals as required during service
• Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to maintain consistent quality, flavour and presentation
• Inspect ingredients and food products to ensure freshness and appropriate quality
• Regulate cooking temperatures and operate grills, ovens, stovetops and other commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively
• Season, portion and present dishes in accordance with restaurant standards
• Assist with menu planning, specials and estimating food requirements
• Monitor ingredient usage and minimise food wastage through appropriate preparation and portion control
• Ensure ingredients and prepared food are stored, handled and rotated appropriately
• Coordinate food preparation activities and guide junior kitchen staff during service
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment and food storage areas
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements

Candidate Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related discipline
• Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen
• Experience working in a busy restaurant, bar or similar hospitality environment will be highly regarded
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and commercial kitchen operations
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality, flavour, portioning and presentation during busy service periods
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices
• Strong organisational, communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted