Full time Chef

FERMENTUM & CO PTY LTD; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

FERMENTUM & CO PTY LTD in Perth, WA, is seeking a full-time Chef to lead kitchen operations, prepare and present high-quality dishes, and contribute to seasonal menus.

You will manage inventory, train kitchen staff, ensure food safety and hygiene, and collaborate with front-of-house during service. Relevant qualification or 3+ years experience required.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery is required or a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in lieu of qualification.
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar chef role
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Management and leadership skills with the ability to train and supervise kitchen staff
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency

Responsibilities

• Prepare for service, ensuring the kitchen is fully stocked with necessary ingredients and equipment
• Prepare, cook and present food in a timely manner to a consistently high standard
• Create seasonal menus and contribute to special menus and promotions
• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items using broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other kitchen equipment
• Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation, ensuring appealing plate presentation
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and advise kitchen staff on cooking procedures and presentation
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff and front-of-house staff during service
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and tidiness of the kitchen at all times
• Ensure food preparation, storage and handling meet food safety and hygiene standards
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date or substandard items
• Inventory food, ingredients and supplies; plan and place vendor orders and assist with budget management
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen
• Verify compliance in preparation of menu items, including customer dietary and special requests
• Assist with hiring, training and managing kitchen staff as required

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food preparation

Leadership

Quality control

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Pay: AU$70,000.00 – AU$80,000.00 per year

Chef – Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare for service, ensuring the kitchen is fully stocked with necessary ingredients and equipment
• Prepare, cook and present food in a timely manner to a consistently high standard
• Create seasonal menus and contribute to special menus and promotions
• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items using broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other kitchen equipment
• Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation, ensuring appealing plate presentation
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and advise kitchen staff on cooking procedures and presentation
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff and front-of-house staff during service
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and tidiness of the kitchen at all times
• Ensure food preparation, storage and handling meet food safety and hygiene standards
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date or substandard items
• Inventory food, ingredients and supplies; plan and place vendor orders and assist with budget management
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen
• Verify compliance in preparation of menu items, including customer dietary and special requests
• Assist with hiring, training and managing kitchen staff as required

Skills and Experience

• Relevant qualification (Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery) or a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in lieu of qualification
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar chef role
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Management and leadership skills with the ability to train and supervise kitchen staff
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency

Job Type: Full-time

Education: Certificate I - IV (Required)

Experience: Chef: 3 years (Required)

Work Authorisation: Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person