Italian Kitchen Lead: Breakfast & Bakery Expert

Mojaju 2 Pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

mojaju 2 pty in Melbourne is seeking a skilled chef to manage day-to-day kitchen operations, with a focus on Italian cuisine, breakfast service and bakery preparation. You will plan, prepare and cook a range of dishes, supervise staff and help maintain high standards across service.

The ideal candidate has a commercial cookery qualification and at least two years of professional experience, with knowledge of food safety, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work weekends and public

Qualifications

• Commercial cookery qualification (or equivalent).
• At least two years of professional experience as a Chef.
• Experience in Italian cuisine, breakfast dishes and bakery products.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work rostered shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook Italian dishes, breakfast items and baked goods.
• Manage daily kitchen operations and coordinate food preparation and service.
• Develop and update menus in consultation with management.
• Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Ensure dishes are prepared consistently and in accordance with established recipes.
• Manage stock levels, place orders and minimise food waste.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.
• Ensure the kitchen and food preparation areas remain clean and organised.
• Train, supervise and coordinate kitchen staff where required.

Skills

Italian cuisine

Food safety

Hygiene

Time management

Organisational skills

Staff supervision

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

mojaju 2 pty in Melbourne is seeking a skilled chef to manage day-to-day kitchen operations, with a focus on Italian cuisine, breakfast service and bakery preparation. You will plan, prepare and cook a range of dishes, supervise staff and help maintain high standards across service.

The ideal candidate has a commercial cookery qualification and at least two years of professional experience, with knowledge of food safety, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work weekends and public