Chef

Mercurio Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Free food

Referral program

Salary packaging

Job summary

Mercurio Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking a skilled chef to manage day-to-day kitchen operations, develop menus and supervise staff in a busy café setting.

You will ensure food safety, quality and cost controls, while maintaining high standards of service and organisation in a professional kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• 1+ full-time experience as a chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Knowledge of a range of cooking techniques and menu execution.
• Experience in stock control, ordering, food costing and kitchen supervision.
• Food Safety Supervisor certificate or ability to obtain.
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook menu items to a consistently high standard.
• Develop menus and contribute to new dishes and daily specials.
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes, presentation and consistency.
• Manage stock control, purchasing, supplier orders and food wastage.
• Maintain food cost controls and efficient kitchen operations.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during food preparation and service.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Maintain appropriate food storage, temperature monitoring and cleaning procedures.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and the kitchen remains clean and organised.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

OrganisationalSkills

CookingTechniques

StockControl

FoodSafety

IndependentWork

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor certificate

Job description

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, including food preparation, menu development, stock management, kitchen coordination and compliance with food safety requirements.

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Plan, prepare and cook menu items to a consistently high standard.
• Develop menus and contribute to new dishes and daily specials.
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes, presentation and consistency.
• Manage stock control, purchasing, supplier orders and food wastage.
• Maintain food cost controls and efficient kitchen operations.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during food preparation and service.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Maintain appropriate food storage, temperature monitoring and cleaning procedures.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and the kitchen remains clean and organise

Applicants should have:

• A Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• 1+ Full time experience as a chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Knowledge of a range of cooking techniques, food preparation and menu execution.
• Experience in stock control, ordering, food costing and kitchen supervision.
• A Food Safety Supervisor certificate, or the ability to obtain the required certification.
• A sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage a busy kitchen environment.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment in a professional café environment.
• Salary package of $80000-$85000 AUD plus Superannuation
• A supportive team and the opportunity to contribute to kitchen operations.
• Competitive remuneration based on skills, qualifications and experience

Pay: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free food
• Referral program
• Salary packaging

Work Location: In person