CHEF – FULL-TIME

mojaju 2 pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

mojaju 2 pty in Melbourne is seeking a skilled chef to manage day-to-day kitchen operations, with a focus on Italian cuisine, breakfast service and bakery preparation. You will plan, prepare and cook a range of dishes, supervise staff and help maintain high standards across service.

The ideal candidate has a commercial cookery qualification and at least two years of professional experience, with knowledge of food safety, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work weekends and public

Qualifications

• Commercial cookery qualification (or equivalent).
• At least two years of professional experience as a Chef.
• Experience in Italian cuisine, breakfast dishes and bakery products.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work rostered shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook Italian dishes, breakfast items and baked goods.
• Manage daily kitchen operations and coordinate food preparation and service.
• Develop and update menus in consultation with management.
• Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Ensure dishes are prepared consistently and in accordance with established recipes.
• Manage stock levels, place orders and minimise food waste.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.
• Ensure the kitchen and food preparation areas remain clean and organised.
• Train, supervise and coordinate kitchen staff where required.

Skills

Italian cuisine

Food safety

Hygiene

Time management

Organisational skills

Staff supervision

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and managing the day-to-day operation of the kitchen. This position requires experience in Italian cuisine, breakfast service and bakery preparation.

Key responsibilities

Plan, prepare and cook Italian dishes, breakfast items and baked goods.

Manage daily kitchen operations and coordinate food preparation and service.

Develop and update menus in consultation with management.

Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control.

Ensure dishes are prepared consistently and in accordance with established recipes.

Manage stock levels, place orders and minimise food waste.

Check the quality and freshness of ingredients.

Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.

Ensure the kitchen and food preparation areas remain clean and organised.

Train, supervise and coordinate kitchen staff where required.

About you

A relevant commercial cookery qualification, such as Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent qualification.

At least two years of relevant professional experience as a Chef.

Demonstrated experience preparing Italian cuisine, breakfast dishes and bakery products.

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements.

Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Ability to work effectively in a busy kitchen environment.

Ability to work rostered shifts, including weekends and public holidays.