The Raw is a seafood-focused fine dining restaurant in Geelong, Victoria. We areseeking a passionate and experienced chef to join our kitchen team full-time. The idealcandidate will have a background in fine dining, strong seafood knowledge, and acommitment to excellence in every detail. This role requires a commitment to precision,creativity, and sustainability, as well as a genuine passion for seafood.
-Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and exceptional foodquality.
-Prepare, cook, and plate dishes to fine dining standards, focusing on seafood andseasonal produce.
-Handle and store seafood with the highest standards of hygiene, freshness, andsustainability.
-Conduct seafood butchery, sashimi preparation, and shellfish cleaning with experttechnique.
-Collaborate with other Chefs to develop and execute seasonal and tasting menus.
-Monitor kitchen inventory, manage ordering, and control food costs effectively.
-Supervise and train junior chefs and kitchen staff in fine dining preparation andservice.
-Ensure compliance with food safety, and workplace health regulations.
-Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organisation, and equipment care at all times.
-Communicate effectively with the front-of-house team to deliver a seamless guestexperience.
-Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a seafood restaurant or high-end modernAustralian/Asian restaurant or relevant experience.
-Strong seafood handling, preparation, and presentation skills.
-Knowledge of local and international cuisine and contemporary plating and flavourtechniques.
-Excellent time management, attention to detail, and leadership ability.
-Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
-Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
*Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidate.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person