Chef

Salma restaurant; Sydney; In loco; AUD 80.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Staff meals

Friendly workplace

Menu development opportunities

Long-term career opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Salma Restaurant in Newtown, Sydney, is seeking an experienced Middle Eastern Chef for a full-time, permanent role. You will lead daily kitchen operations, preparing Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes with high standards of flavour, presentation and portion control.

This 40-hour-per-week role requires rostered work from Wednesday to Sunday, including evenings, with immediate start and long-term commitment. Competitive salary from $80,000 to $90,000 plus staff meals and a supportive team.

Competenze

• 3+ years of professional experience as a Chef specializing in Lebanese/Middle Eastern cuisine.
• Knowledge of traditional Middle Eastern ingredients, spices, recipes, and cooking methods.
• Experience preparing Arabic breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus.
• Ability to produce mezze, dips, grilled dishes and main courses.
• Hands-on experience with kibbeh, fatayer, sambousek and other pastries.
• Organise kitchen workflows and maintain high-quality meals during peak times.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff, coordinating rosters, and stock control.
• Understanding of portion control, food costing and kitchen efficiency.
• Strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
• Current legal working rights in Australia.

Mansioni

• Preparing and presenting authentic Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes using fresh ingredients.
• Producing mezze, dips, and signature main courses.
• Preparing Arabic pastries from scratch.
• Managing food preparation for all services (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
• Maintaining recipe consistency, presentation, flavour and portion sizes.
• Supporting menu development and introducing seasonal dishes.
• Coordinating kitchen operations and supervising during busy services.
• Organising staff duties, rosters and daily production schedules.
• Managing ingredients, stock, inventory and food costs.
• Ensuring compliance with Australian food safety and workplace standards.
• Minimising food waste while maintaining efficiency.

Conoscenze

Middle Eastern cuisine

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Menu development

Team supervision

Food costing

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Formazione

Culinary training or apprenticeship

Descrizione del lavoro

Experienced Middle Eastern 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

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