Head Cook

Dedicated Conference Centres; Romsey; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dedicated Conference Centres P/L trading as Verdure Bistro in Romsey seeks a qualified and experienced Head Cook to join our energetic team. You will cook delicious meals according to our menu and provide recommendations for seasonal changes, while ensuring timely delivery and strong presentation.

Applicants should have a trade qualification in cookery with at least 3 years’ experience in a busy kitchen, and be adept with various cooking methods and sanitation procedures.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in cookery with at least 3 years’ experience in a busy kitchen cooking Australian cuisine.
• Regional cuisines with fresh produce is an advantage.
• Knowledge of sanitation procedures and safe food handling.

Responsibilities

• Follow food safety requirements.
• Set up workstations with ingredients and equipment to maximise efficiency.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking (chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.).
• Prepare and present dishes with good presentation.
• Maintain a sanitized and orderly kitchen environment.
• Store food and items correctly.
• Monitor stock and place orders as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Education

Trade qualification in cookery

Job description

Dedicated Conference Centres P/L trading as Verdure Bistro is a busy café style eatery in Romsey serving delicious modern meals. We seek a qualified and experienced Head Cook to join our energetic team. This position prepares delicious meals according to our menu and provides recommendations for seasonal menu changes and improvements. You will cook dishes that will delight our customers with their taste, presentation and timely delivery.

An excellent candidate can follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. You must be precise in moving around the kitchen. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is important.

Responsibilities:

• Follow food safety requirements
• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment to maximize efficiency
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat, etc.)
• Food preparation and cooking, also ensuring good presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored correctly
• Monitor stock and place orders as required.

Requirements:

• Trade qualification in cookery and at least 3 years plus experience as a cook in a busy kitchen cooking Australian cuisine
• Regional cuisines with fresh produce is an advantage
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bake ware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team and a good team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Energetic ‘can do’ attitude supported by strong interpersonal skills