Senior Italian Chef — Menu Creation & Kitchen Leadership

Al Dente; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

AL DENTE RISTORANTE PTY LTD in Glenmore Park NSW is seeking a qualified Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will contribute to menu planning, food preparation, quality control and day-to-day operations.

The role requires a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or Commercial Cookery, at least one year of experience, and a passion for authentic Italian cuisine. You will work under pressure to maintain high standards of taste, presentation and service.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant Chef experience.
• Knowledge of Italian cuisine and commercial kitchen operations.
• Strong plating and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy restaurant.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Australian citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise the preparation and cooking of dishes in line with the menu and recipes.
• Contribute to menu planning, estimating food requirements and ingredient needs.
• Prepare and cook a range of Italian dishes, including pasta, pizza, entrees and mains.
• Monitor quality, taste, portioning and presentation at all stages of service.
• Examine ingredients to ensure quality, freshness and suitability.
• Coordinate food preparation to meet orders within service times.
• Communicate menu and service issues with management and staff.
• Demonstrate techniques and guide junior kitchen staff on procedures.
• Ensure recipes, portions and safety procedures are followed by the team.
• Explain and enforce hygiene, sanitation and safety requirements in the kitchen.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with food-cost control and ordering.

Skills

Italian cuisine knowledge

Food preparation

Cooking techniques

Plating & presentation

Communication & teamwork

Time management

Education

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

AL DENTE RISTORANTE PTY LTD in Glenmore Park NSW is seeking a qualified Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will contribute to menu planning, food preparation, quality control and day-to-day operations.

The role requires a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or Commercial Cookery, at least one year of experience, and a passion for authentic Italian cuisine. You will work under pressure to maintain high standards of taste, presentation and service.