Chef de Parties

Zephyrz; Nagambie; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Zephyrz Pizza & Grill in Nagambie, Victoria, is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our full-time kitchen team. You will prepare high-quality meals, supervise kitchen tasks, and help maintain smooth operations.

The role requires Grill and butchery experience, a minimum of four years as a chef, AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent, and the ability to multitask under pressure while upholding safety and hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years as a Chef in similar capacity
• Grill and butchery experience essential
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Willing to work under pressure
• Strong work ethics
• Excellent physical condition and stamina

Responsibilities

• Prepare full range of foods according to menus and standards
• Prepare, serve and store food items per kitchen requirements
• Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Plan menus and ordering of food supplies
• Monitor, order and manage stocks
• Train kitchen staff and supervise in absence of Executive Chef
• Ensure health, hygiene and safety policies are followed

Skills

Grill & butchery

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Under pressure

Work ethic

Stamina

Education

AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Zephyrz Pizza & Grill, located at 324 High Street, Nagambie Victoria 3608, has a vacancy open for experienced Chef De Parties to join our team. We are looking for experienced and qualified candidates. This is a full-time position where you will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals and ensuring a smooth-running kitchen operation.

Major Responsibilities and Tasks:

Prepare full range of foods according to our menus and standards

Prepare, serve and store food items in regards to the requirements of our Kitchen

Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation

Freeze and preserve foods according to the requirements of our Kitchen

Planning menus, and ordering food supplies

Comply with the regular cleaning and waste disposal practices at the kitchen

Monitoring, ordering and managing stocks

Monitoring portion and waste control to ensure hotel profit remain positive

Establish and maintain effective employee working relationships with other staff

Maintain good communication between hotel and kitchen staff and within the kitchen

Liaise, supervise and work with cooks and to assist them to ensure safe and efficient production of food, while maintaining all statutory requirements

Supervise and assist the kitchen staff in the absence of Executive Chef

Discussing food preparation issues with Executive Chef

Train the kitchen staff

Ensure all our policies and procedures, health and hygiene requirements are adhered to

AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent of 4 years of work experiences to substitute for the formal qualifications listed above

Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Chef in similar capacity

Grill and butchery experience essential

Ability to multi-task

Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment

Willing to work under pressure.

Good knowledge of policies and procedures in workplace

Strong work ethics

Experience in similar role

Excellent physical condition and stamina

About us

Zephyrz Pizza & Grill is a successful regional restaurant that prides itself on providing exceptional dining experiences. Our mission is to source the finest local ingredients and prepare them with creativity and care. We are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture and investing in the growth and development of our team.

If you're passionate about creating delicious food and delivering excellent customer service, we'd love to hear from you.