Head Chef - Menu, Costing & High-Volume Bistro & Functions

The Flames Grill Bistro PTY LTD; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals on shift

Friendly team at a busy local venue

Job summary

The Flames Grill Bistro PTY LTD in Ballarat is seeking an experienced Chef to run the kitchen and uphold high standards across bistro service and events. You will plan menus, cost dishes, order stock and supervise a small kitchen team during lunch, dinner and functions.

You will coordinate with front-of-house during busy sessions and ensure food safety and presentation meet Victorian requirements. This is a full-time permanent role in a busy local venue.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher.
• At least 2 years' full-time experience as a Chef in pub, bistro or restaurant.
• Experience with high-volume service and function catering.
• Knowledge of food costing, stock control and menu planning.
• Experience leading a small kitchen team.
• Food safety supervisor certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Roster availability including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Plan the bistro menu and weekly specials.
• Cost dishes and manage food and labour costs within budget.
• Order stock, check deliveries and manage storage and rotation.
• Prepare and cook for lunch, dinner and functions.
• Check quality and presentation of every plate.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleaning to Victorian standards.
• Train and supervise cooks and kitchen hands; prepare rosters.
• Work with front-of-house during busy sessions.

Skills

Menu costing

Stock control

Food safety

Team leadership

High-volume service

Menu planning

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

The Flames Grill Bistro PTY LTD in Ballarat is seeking an experienced Chef to run the kitchen and uphold high standards across bistro service and events. You will plan menus, cost dishes, order stock and supervise a small kitchen team during lunch, dinner and functions.

You will coordinate with front-of-house during busy sessions and ensure food safety and presentation meet Victorian requirements. This is a full-time permanent role in a busy local venue.