Chef - Modern Australian, Open-Flame Expert (Kiama)

Labour Support Group; Municipality of Kiama; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Central Cafe & Restaurant in Kiama NSW is seeking an experienced Chef to join the team. The role is full-time with a salary of AU$80,000 plus superannuation, based in Kiama NSW.

The duties include planning and directing food preparation, creating appealing presentations, and managing kitchen operations. Applicants should have at least 1 year of chef experience in a commercial kitchen, with strong knowledge of modern Australian cuisine and food safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Chef.
• Experience in commercial kitchen cookery.
• Experience with menu planning and new dish planning.
• Experience in dietary and nutritional planning.
• Experience with grilling over open fire.
• Experience in operating grill.
• Experience in modern Australian cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and supervise the food preparation and cooking activities.
• Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays.
• Determine production schedules and staff requirements to ensure delivery of services.
• Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies (food and ingredients).
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure standards are met.
• Instruct cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
• Monitor sanitation practices to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Order or requisition food and other supplies as needed for operation.
• Analyse recipes to price menu items based on food, labour, and overhead costs.
• Collaborate with staff to plan and develop recipes and menus considering seasonal ingredients and customer volume.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu planning

Team leadership

Food safety

Job description

Park Central Cafe & Restaurant in Kiama NSW is seeking an experienced Chef to join the team. The role is full-time with a salary of AU$80,000 plus superannuation, based in Kiama NSW.

The duties include planning and directing food preparation, creating appealing presentations, and managing kitchen operations. Applicants should have at least 1 year of chef experience in a commercial kitchen, with strong knowledge of modern Australian cuisine and food safety.