Demi Chef

Hospitality Recruits; Red Hill; On-site; AUD 55,800 - 68,200; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Demi Chef to manage day-to-day kitchen operations in a beautiful venue on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria. Candidates must have relevant cookery qualifications and at least 3 years of experience. The role involves menu planning, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring food quality and hygiene standards are met. A supportive management team offers continuous learning and skill development.

Qualifications

• Completion of a relevant Commercial Cookery qualification including Cert IV and a Diploma of Hospitality are a minimum requirement.
• Minimum of 3 years experience is also a requirement for this role.

Responsibilities

• Menu planning.
• Estimating food and labour costs.
• Liaising with suppliers.
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Ensuring hygiene regulations are met.

Skills

Sound cookery techniques

Ability to work under pressure

Team oriented

Attention to detail

Competency with ordering and managing stock

Education

Cert IV in Commercial Cookery

Diploma of Hospitality

Job description

Location: Regional Victoria Mornington Peninsula Work Type: Full Time Salary: $62K + Super

A new and exciting opportunity exists to be part of a dynamic team at this venue located on Victoria’s beautiful Mornington Peninsula

We are seeking a qualified Demi Chef to work directly with our Head Chef in managing the day to day operations of the kitchen. Successful candidates will have a strong work ethic, and the ability to perform in a fast paced kitchen. In return you will be provided with a work place where you will continue to learn and develop your skills under the guidance of a supportive management team.

Salary $62K + Super

Duties

• Menu planning
• Estimating food and labour costs
• Liaising with suppliers
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Ensuring hygiene regulations are met
• Freezing and preserving foods

Qualifications

• Completion of a relevant Commercial Cookery qualification including Cert IV and a Diploma of Hospitality are a minimum requirement.
• Minimum of 3 years experience is also a requirement for this role.

Experience Required

• Show sound cookery techniques and ability to learn new ones
• Work well under pressure
• Team oriented
• Positive, punctual and professional approach
• Familiar with food safety and OHS guidelines
• Attention to detail
• Competency with ordering and managing stock

Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Thank you.

Reference Number: Date Posted: February 2, 2022