Kimberley Accommodation West is currently seeking an experienced Sous Chefto join our small team in Broome.
Who we are looking for:
The successful applicant will be able to work as part of a team as well on their own and have previous experience as a Sous Chef.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Experience in working in all section of Kitchen including Hot Section, Cold Larder, Function Preparation, Breakfast and Bulk Catering
· Assist the Head Chef in cost control measures
· Be integral to the daily operations of a team environment
· Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
· Complete regular inventory management
· Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements
· Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation by demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
· Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
· Comply with the Food Safety Program
· Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
· Comply with company and local government policies where it relates to food and kitchen operations
· Ability to work positively within a High-Pressure team environment to produce food as per the requirements for the Menus within the venue work
· Communicate with fellow team workers in passing on knowledge or directives from Head/ Sous Chef with regard to Kitchen Operations. May train other kitchen staff and apprentices
· Ensure Portion Control is adhered to and wastage is kept to a minimum
· Adhere to company requirements in Purchasing Stock Control and Stocktaking, Timeliness of Reporting
· Adhere to WH&S Compliance Regime where it relates to the Food Operation.
Our candidates
· Must have at least 1 year experience in a similar role
· Fantastic verbal and written communication
· Thrives in a fast-paced challenging environment
· Comfortable leading teams through busy periods in the kitchen
· Strong believer in customer satisfaction and understands the benefits of acting promptly when required.
We can offer:
Permanent full-time employment. We are looking for a candidate that is flexible with shifts and available to work a full time roster, including weekends and public holidays.
Please include a cover letter with your application (if not in Broome, detailing your availability to relocate)
Only short-listed candidates with full working rights for Australia will be contacted.