Chef

Moons Fresh Sushi Wollongong; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Moons Fresh Sushi Wollongong in Wollongong NSW is seeking a qualified and experienced Full-Time Chef to join our kitchen team. You will lead daily food preparation, maintain high standards, and contribute to menu planning and cost control.

The ideal candidate has a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, at least three years of experience, strong cooking skills, and the ability to work under pressure as part of a busy restaurant.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of Chef experience.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety and kitchen operations.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including weekends.
• Full-time working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise daily food preparations and cook dishes to required standards.
• Assist management with menu pricing, food requirements and costs.
• Monitor quality, portions, presentation and consistency.
• Order food supplies, monitor stock, and receive deliveries.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with controlling food costs and minimising wastage.
• Guide, train, and supervise kitchen staff during service.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Independence

Food safety knowledge

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Moons Fresh Sushi Wollongong – Wollongong NSW

Moon's Fresh Sushi is an established and busy restaurant in Wollongong, serving our loyal customers since 2016. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Full-Time Chef to join our kitchen team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and organise daily food preparations and cooking, prepare and cook dishes to the required quality standards.
• Assist management with menu pricing, food requirements and food cost considerations.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, presentation and consistency.
• Order food supplies, monitor stock levels and receive and check deliveries for quality and quantity.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.
• Assist with controlling food costs and minimising food wastage.
• Guide, train and supervise kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking techniques and safe kitchen practices.
• Coordinate kitchen activities during service and communicate with management and kitchen staff to maintain efficient operations.

Requirements

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of Chef experience.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety and kitchen operations.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including weekends.
• Full-time working rights in Australia.