Lead Line Chef – Busy Mexican Kitchen

Hecho En Mexico (Mornington); Mornington; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hecho En Mexico Mornington is seeking an experienced Head Chef or Sous Chef to join our busy Mexican restaurant. You will lead a section, ensure high-quality, consistent dishes, and work with front-of-house during service.

We value reliability, strong knife skills, food safety knowledge, and the ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Evening and weekend availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Able to manage a station during service.
• Strong knife skills and food preparation.
• Knowledge of food safety and stock rotation.
• Reliable, punctual and team oriented.
• Available for evenings and weekends.
• Australian working rights.
• Experience with Mexican cuisine is an advantage, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and specifications.
• Run allocated section during busy services.
• Maintain consistent portioning, presentation and food quality.
• Complete daily food preparation and mise en place.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and cleaning procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation.
• Stock rotation and correct food storage.
• Monitor stock levels and minimise food wastage.
• Complete kitchen opening and closing duties.
• Work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams during service.

Skills

Line cooking

High-volume service

Knife skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Reliability

Job description

Hecho En Mexico Mornington is seeking an experienced Head Chef or Sous Chef to join our busy Mexican restaurant. You will lead a section, ensure high-quality, consistent dishes, and work with front-of-house during service.

We value reliability, strong knife skills, food safety knowledge, and the ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Evening and weekend availability is preferred.