Our client, El Toro Pizza & Restaurant is looking for a Head Chef to join the Team.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
•Create and update innovative menus, featuring seasonal items and limited-time specials to enhance the dining experience.
•Develop, test, and improve recipes based on customer feedback and current food trends.
•Ensure all menu items are consistent in quality, creativity, and variety.
•Monitor food costs, control expenses, and assist in setting profitable pricing strategies.
•Oversee daily kitchen operations and supervise food preparation to maintain high standards and efficiency.
•Prepare and cook complex menu items, including those with special dietary requirements such as gluten free, vegan, allergen-free and culturally specific meals.
•Maintain high standards for food quality, flavor, and presentation.
•Assign kitchen duties and monitor staff performance to ensure productivity, efficiency and timely service.
•Regularly perform quality checks to ensure culinary standards are met.
•Manage kitchen expenses by controlling food costs, reducing waste, and using resources wisely.
•Lead the hiring, training, and supervision of kitchen staff to ensure compliance with procedures, hygiene standards, food handling and safety.
•Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment and support staff development.
•Conduct regular stock checks to minimise wastage and manage supplies efficiently to meet budgetary requirements.
•Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment and facilities to ensure cleanliness and proper functionality and adherence to health, hygiene, safety and HACCP regulations.
•Set and manage kitchen budgets, keeping food and labor costs within target.
•Maintain strong communication with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth and engage with customers to uphold the restaurant's brand and service standards.
•Gather and act on customer feedback to continuously improve food and service.
Eligibility requirements:
•Certificate IV or Diploma in the relevant field.
•Minimum 3 years of full-time relevant experience working as a Chef.
•Able to work independently and manage tasks without constant supervision.
•Experienced in leading and supervising a kitchen team.
•Strong communication skills for working with team members and customers.
•Good understanding of safety and hygiene standards in the kitchen.
•Capable of working well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000