**Full Service Chef Opportunity**
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Chef to join our team in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant environment. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes from scratch, ensuring freshness and quality at every stage.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in traditional Mexican cuisine and excellent cooking techniques. You will be expected to plan menus, estimate food and labor costs, and order supplies to ensure smooth kitchen operations. In addition, you will monitor the quality of dishes, collaborate with managers and staff to maintain exceptional service standards, and select, train, and mentor kitchen staff.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Menu Planning: Develop and implement menus that showcase traditional Mexican flavors and ingredients.
* Cooking and Preparation: Prepare fresh, high-quality dishes from scratch, using only the finest ingredients.
* Quality Control: Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
* Team Leadership: Collaborate with managers and staff to maintain exceptional service standards, and select, train, and mentor kitchen staff.
**Requirements and Qualifications:**
* A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Chef in a similar role.
* Possession of a relevant Australian qualification, such as Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
* Strong knowledge of Mexican cuisine and traditional cooking methods.
* Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* Strong leadership skills to train and manage kitchen staff.
**Additional Benefits:**
* A competitive salary range of $70,000 - $80,000 per year + superannuation.
**Why Work With Us:**
In our restaurant, we focus on providing a unique dining experience centered around freshly prepared, made-to-order dishes. We take pride in using only the freshest quality ingredients for creating our selection of Mexican dishes, including our in-house made fresh salsas, guacamole, and marinades. If you are passionate about creating high-quality food in a fast-paced environment, this is an excellent opportunity for you to join our team.