Chef

Brewstone Pizzeria And Cafe; Tasmania; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Brewstone Pizzeria And Cafe in Tasmania is seeking an experienced Chef to join the team on a full-time basis, offering a creative menu of breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes.

You will lead kitchen operations, develop seasonal items, supervise staff, and ensure top food safety and presentation standards while delivering consistent meals during peak periods. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and public holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Cert IV or Diploma in the relevant field.
• Minimum 1 year of full-time relevant work experience as a Chef.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques, food trends, and menu development.
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Financial acumen in managing kitchen costs, inventory, and food waste.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
• Plan and develop menu items in consultation with management, including seasonal dishes and weekly specials.
• Monitor the quality, taste, portioning and presentation of dishes throughout preparation and service.
• Estimate food requirements and assist with food and labour cost control to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Order food supplies and maintain appropriate stock and inventory levels based on operational requirements.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients and ensure appropriate storage and stock rotation.
• Coordinate food preparation and cooking activities to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and consistently during busy service periods.
• Prepare sauces, accompaniments and other components required for the café’s menu.
• Cater for customer dietary requirements and menu variations where required.
• Work closely with management, kitchen staff and front-of-house staff regarding food preparation, menu items and service requirements.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and provide guidance to other kitchen staff on food preparation and cooking procedures.
• Maintain and enforce high standards of food safety, hygiene, kitchen cleanliness and safe food handling practices.
• Assist with training and supervision of kitchen staff where required.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Menu development

Food safety

Inventory management

Team supervision

Time management

Education

Cert IV or Diploma in the relevant field

Job description

Our client, Brewstone Pizzeria and Cafe is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join its team on a full-time basis, the café offers a creative menu featuring a range of breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes.

Key Duties:

• Prepare, cook and present a variety of breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
• Plan and develop menu items in consultation with management, including seasonal dishes and weekly specials.
• Monitor the quality, taste, portioning and presentation of dishes throughout preparation and service.
• Estimate food requirements and assist with food and labour cost control to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Order food supplies and maintain appropriate stock and inventory levels based on operational requirements.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients and ensure appropriate storage and stock rotation.
• Coordinate food preparation and cooking activities to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and consistently during busy service periods.
• Prepare sauces, accompaniments and other components required for the café’s menu.
• Cater for customer dietary requirements and menu variations where required.
• Work closely with management, kitchen staff and front-of-house staff regarding food preparation, menu items and service requirements.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and provide guidance to other kitchen staff on food preparation and cooking procedures.
• Maintain and enforce high standards of food safety, hygiene, kitchen cleanliness and safe food handling practices.
• Assist with training and supervision of kitchen staff where required.

Requirements:

• Cert IV or Diploma in the relevant field
• Minimum 1 years of Full-time relevant Work Experience as a Chef.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques, food trends, and menu development.
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Financial acumen in managing kitchen costs, inventory, and food waste.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.