CARE IMMIGRATION & EDUCATION CONSULTANTS PTY LTD posting an advertisement on behalf of SHRIMAHALAXMI PTY LTD T/A Dosa Hut Shepparton
Chef
Duration: At least 3 years
Job Type: Full-time (Minimum 38 hours per week)
About The Role and Responsibilities
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. This is a key role within our kitchen, requiring a highly motivated individual who is passionate about the art of cooking and dedicated to delivering an exceptional dining experience. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation of culinary knowledge, creativity in menu development, and the ability to lead and inspire others in a fast-paced environment. A successful candidate will not only demonstrate technical culinary skills but also exhibit excellent organizational abilities, a strong work ethic, and a collaborative mindset.
Tasks Include:
- Collaborate with manager to plan menus and develop recipes, considering such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers.
- Estimate food and labour costs in consultation with the manager according to budget and other financial aspects of the restaurant.
- Examine the cooking of food items to regulate the quality and speciality of the recipe.
- Ensuring the quality of fresh food and baked goods by examining the stock on regular basis.
- Determine daily production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure the timely delivery of services.
- Liaise with manager and Head chef regarding food preparation or quality concerns.
- Discuss all food preparation issues with manager, Head chef, dietitians, kitchen and waiting staff.
- Follow the instruction of the Head chef to monitor daily tasks.
- Participate in the selection, training and supervision of all waiting and kitchen staff.
- Delegate tasks supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and other kitchen workers.
- Instruct and supervise cooks and other kitchen staff for the preparation and presentation of the food.
- Demonstrating techniques of cooking to new staff and advising on cooking procedures.
- Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for cleanliness and functionality.
- Setting up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and food scales.
- Prepare and cook food in a timely manner.
- Provide instructions and supervise the cooking of food with special dietary requirements to meet the nutritional standards.
- Ensure appealing plate presentation and garnish set up all dishes.
- May freeze and preserve foods and rotate foodstuffs to check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
- Ensure wastage is minimised by careful supervision of food preparation methods
- Maintain occupational health and safety procedures and ensure those are practiced regularly in workplace.
- Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties, and banquets.
- Take care of kitchen account and preparing the roaster for kitchen staff.
- Check stock level in inventory, filling stock requirements sheet and order the item accordingly.
- Supervise cleaning of kitchen and dining areas to maintain sanitation standards and keep appropriate records.
Qualifications and other requirements for Chef
- Diploma level qualifications or equivalent in Hospitality or another relevant field.
- Recent minimum of one year of relevant experience working in a hospitality industry as a chef or cook in last five years.
- A valid driver license with your own reliable vehicle.
- Ability to work independently and without supervision.
- Ability to work effectively as part of team and provide leadership to a small team.
- Demonstrate problem-solving skills and experience with diagnostics
- Good oral communication skills.
- Ability work with flexible hours including weekends.
Please email your resumes.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $77,000.00 – $81,000.00 per year
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: In person