Head Chef

Hospitality Recruits; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality recruitment agency is seeking a Head Chef for an upmarket eatery located in a beachside suburb of Melbourne. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic and experience in delivering a range of food from fine dining to bar meals, alongside a capability to manage events. This position offers a competitive salary of $90K – $100K plus super, in a supportive working environment focused on skill development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast paced kitchen delivering fine dining to bar meals.
• Ability to train and nurture staff with leadership skills.
• Familiarity with food safety and OHS guidelines.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Creativity in cookery techniques

Team oriented

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: Melbourne Work Type: Full Time Salary: Salary range from $90 - $100K + super

Head Chef – located within a beach side suburb in Melbourne at this upmarket eatery. Salary Range $90K – $100K + super.

The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic and the ability to perform in a fast paced kitchen and be able to deliver a range of food from fine dining to bar meals and the ability to manage events. 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.

Duties

• Menu planning
• Estimating food and labour costs
• Liaising with suppliers and use of seasonal and local produce
• Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Ensuring hygiene regulations are met
• The ability to train and nurture staff with leadership skills

Experience Required

• Show creativity in cookery techniques and ability to train others and experience in similar cuisine
• 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.