Chef

Darebin Rsl Sub Branch Inc.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Darebin RSL Sub Branch Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic staff member to join a fun, hardworking kitchen team for a Casual/Part Time position. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, the ability to work both independently and in a team, and strong interpersonal skills under pressure.

Responsibilities include stock delivery oversight, maintaining ingredient quality, cooking for dining and functions, and strict hygiene compliance. Shortlisted candidates only will be contacted.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable passion for food and ability to follow/give directions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• High standard of food hygiene, safety and cleanliness.
• Willingness to contribute to seasonal menu design and dish development.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing delivery of stock of food and equipment, and completing purchase orders.
• Ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients and meals.
• Prepare and cook foods for dining and function service.
• Enforce hygiene regulations and check equipment cleanliness.
• Food stocktaking and waste management.
• Conduct daily temperature checks.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Hygiene awareness

Tools

Certificate of Hospitality (not required)

Job description

The Darebin RSLis one of the leading RSL's in the northern suburbs with 5,000+ members, 220 seat full-service bistro and a sports bar. We are looking for an enthusiastic staff member to join a fun hardworking kitchen team.

We are offering a Casual / Part Time position

The successful applicant must:

Possess a demonstrable passion for food

Have no issue with following & giving directions

Have the ability to work independently & within a team

Be an excellent multi-tasker with good initiative

Have excellent inter-personal skills & maintain a calm demeanour in high-pressure situations and use these traits to perform well in a team

Be open to having input into seasonal menu design and on-going dish development

Seek to further their skillset and food knowledge by showcasing local produce

Have a high standard of food hygiene, safety, infection control and cleanliness.

The role on offer is a Casual / Part Time position working within a team, with long-term goals and new opportunities on the horizon.You will be required to work split shifts, weekends, public holidays and be available for Christmas Day

Your responsibilities in the kitchen will include but not limited to:

Overseeing delivery of stock of food, equipment supplies and completing purchase orders

Ensuring freshness and quality in the ingredients and preparation of meals

Prepare and cook foods for dining and function service

Implementing and enforcing hygiene regulations and examining equipment for cleanliness

Food stocktaking procedures and waste management

Day to day temperature check

The position is not limited to qualified chefs with a Certificate IV and a Diploma of Hospitality, but without the above qualifications you will be required to have a minimum of three years' experience working in busy kitchens.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.