Lead Asian Kitchen Chef | Fast-Paced, Creative Menus

Efficient Recruitment; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 94,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Efficient Recruitment is seeking a skilled Chef to lead kitchen operations at Chutney Bar Mornington in Australia. This full-time role requires a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and at least two years of experience in a busy kitchen, with leadership responsibilities.

You will design menus, supervise kitchen staff, ensure health and safety compliance, and manage food quality and costs in a fast-paced dining environment seven days a week.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery is required.
• Minimum two years’ experience as a Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong leadership with ability to mentor and support team members.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, WHS and operational records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide variety of Asian-inspired dishes and traditional items.
• Design and update menus reflecting fresh ingredients and current trends.
• Plan menus considering nutrition, seasonality, and customer preferences.
• Ensure health regulations and cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
• Manage daily kitchen operations and ensure timely service and quality.
• Coordinate with front-of-house for smooth service.
• Monitor quality, control inventory, and minimise waste.
• Supervise, train and evaluate kitchen staff to uphold standards.

Skills

Leadership

Cooking

Menu design

Staff supervision

Food safety

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Efficient Recruitment is seeking a skilled Chef to lead kitchen operations at Chutney Bar Mornington in Australia. This full-time role requires a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and at least two years of experience in a busy kitchen, with leadership responsibilities.

You will design menus, supervise kitchen staff, ensure health and safety compliance, and manage food quality and costs in a fast-paced dining environment seven days a week.