Chef De Partie

The Hungry Monkey; Municipality of Kiama; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hungry Monkey, a vibrant cafe/restaurant in Kiama on the NSW South Coast, is seeking a Chef De Partie to join our energetic kitchen. You will cook to high standards, thrive under pressure, and contribute to menu development with a creative flair.

We value a strong team player with leadership, food safety knowledge, and the ability to manage time and tasks in a busy, high-volume environment. Attractive salary and growth await.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment with multiple tasks.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Passion for food and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to high standards.
• Thrive under pressure in a high-volume environment without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Train and support junior kitchen staff to grow skills.
• Contribute to menu planning and development with creative ideas.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and proper stock storage/rotation.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards.

Skills

Team leadership

High-volume cooking

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Are you a culinary dynamo with a flair for creativity? The Hungry Monkey, a unique and vibrant cafe/restaurant located in the heart of Kiama on the stunning South Coast of NSW, is on the hunt for a Chef De Partie to join our team. Known for our exceptional customer service, top-quality produce, and innovative menu offerings, we offer an exciting opportunity to be part of our culture-rich environment where fun and passion for food are at the heart of everything we do.

Responsibilities:

• Let your culinary skills shine as you prepare and cook mouthwatering dishes to our high standards.
• Thrive under pressure as you handle high-volume numbers without compromising on quality.
• Jam with the band, AKA other kitchen team members, to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Training and supporting junior kitchen staff to reach their full potential.
• Unleash your creativity by contributing to menu planning and development.
• Keep the kitchen stage clean and organised, including proper stock storage and rotation.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain health and safety standards.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to rock it in a high-volume environment and juggle multiple tasks with ease.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to keep the show running smoothly.
• Stellar communication and leadership abilities to keep the team in harmony.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations like a pro.
• Team player mentality with a kick-ass attitude and a genuine passion for food.

We offer a competitive salary ($75,000 - $80,000 per annum + super), opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive and fun work environment where creativity and innovation are celebrated. If you are a rockstar who is ready to bring your talent and passion to our unique and vibrant team, we can't wait to hear from you! Successful candidate must already be working or living in Australia.