Chef

AUSTRALIA STAR FOOD SERVICES PTY LTD; Sydney; In loco; AUD 80.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Staff meals

Dining discounts

Friendly workplace

Menu development

Career progression

Competitive salary

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AUSTRALIA STAR FOOD SERVICES PTY LTD – Newtown NSW is seeking an experienced Chef for a full‑time role at Salma Restaurant. You will lead daily kitchen operations, prepare Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes, and ensure top‑quality presentation to diners.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years as a chef, strong teamwork and food costing skills, and a commitment to safety and hygiene. The role covers breakfast to dinner across a 40‑hour week from Wednesday to Sunday, with immediate start.

Competenze

• Minimum 3 years as a Chef with Lebanese/Middle Eastern cuisine focus.
• Strong knowledge of Middle Eastern ingredients, spices, recipes, and cooking methods.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations and supervise rosters during peak services.
• Commitment to food safety, hygiene, and cost control.

Mansioni

• Prepare and present Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes with fresh ingredients.
• Oversee mezze, dips, mains, breakfast to dinner service.
• Coordinate kitchen operations and supervise food preparation.
• Organise staff duties, rosters, and daily production schedules.
• Manage ordering, stock, and food costs.
• Ensure compliance with Australian food safety standards.
• Minimise waste and maintain kitchen efficiency.

Conoscenze

Lebanese cuisine

Arabic cooking

Kitchen management

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Food costing

Roster management

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AUSTRALIA STAR FOOD SERVICES PTY LTD – Newtown NSW

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description
Chef – Full-Time | Salma Restaurant Location: Newtown, Sydney NSW Employer: Australia Star Food Service Pty Ltd Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Hours: 40 hours per week Roster: Wednesday to Sunday, including evenings and weekends Salary: From $80,000 to $90,000 Start Date: Immediate About the Opportunity Salma Restaurant, located in the vibrant heart of Newtown, is looking for a skilled and dedicated Chef to join our established culinary team.

Specialising in Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine, Salma brings together traditional cooking techniques, authentic recipes, and contemporary presentation to create a memorable dining experience. We are seeking a culinary professional who understands the rich traditions of Arabic cooking and can confidently manage daily kitchen operations while maintaining consistency, creativity, and exceptional food standards. This position is ideal for an experienced Chef seeking a stable, long-term opportunity in a busy and welcoming restaurant.

Your Role As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing and presenting authentic Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes using fresh ingredients.
• Producing a variety of traditional mezze, cold and hot dips, and signature main courses.
• Preparing Arabic pastries, savoury baked items, and traditional specialities from scratch.
• Managing food preparation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
• Maintaining consistency in recipes, presentation, flavour, and portion sizes.
• Supporting menu development and introducing seasonal dishes and creative ideas.
• Coordinating kitchen operations and supervising food preparation during busy services.
• Organising staff duties, kitchen rosters, and daily production schedules.
• Managing ingredient ordering, stock rotation, inventory, and food costs.
• Ensuring compliance with Australian food safety, hygiene, and workplace standards.
• Minimising food waste while maintaining efficient kitchen operations.

Skills and Experience To be considered for this position, you should demonstrate:

• At least 3 years of professional experience as a Chef, preferably specialising in Lebanese, Arabic, or Middle Eastern cuisine.
• Comprehensive knowledge of traditional Middle Eastern ingredients, spices, recipes, and cooking methods.
• Strong practical experience preparing authentic Arabic breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus.
• Confidence in producing a broad selection of mezze, dips, grilled dishes, and traditional main courses.
• Hands‑on experience preparing kibbeh, fatayer, sambousek, and other Arabic pastries from scratch.
• Ability to organise kitchen workflows and deliver high‑quality meals during peak service periods.
• Experience supervising kitchen employees, coordinating rosters, and managing stock.
• Good understanding of portion control, food costing, and kitchen efficiency.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
• A proactive attitude, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and contribute positively to a collaborative kitchen environment.
• Current legal working rights in Australia.

Working Arrangements The successful applicant must be:

• Available for full‑time employment, approximately 40 hours per week.
• Fully available from Wednesday through Sunday.
• Flexible to work morning, afternoon, and evening shifts, including public holidays as rostered.
• Prepared to commence employment immediately or within a short notice period.
• Interested in establishing a long‑term career with our restaurant.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full‑time employment.
• Competitive salary package based on experience and capabilities.
• Complimentary staff meals during shifts.
• Employee dining discounts.
• Friendly, multicultural, and supportive workplace.
• Opportunity to contribute to menu innovation and kitchen development.
• Long‑term career opportunities within an established hospitality business.