Overview
The Client
The Canteena is a local restaurant in the community of Gisborne in VIC. Focusing on fresh local quality ingredients and friendly service. They are always looking for new and creative ways to excite their customers in terms of food taste, quality and presentation.
The Client
The Canteena is a local restaurant in the community of Gisborne in VIC. Focusing on fresh local quality ingredients and friendly service. They are always looking for new and creative ways to excite their customers in terms of food taste, quality and presentation.
The Role
You will have the opportunity to work in a truly dynamic team with the chance to display your creativity in the dishes that you create.
This is a full-time role with an annual salary set at $77,064 plus superannuation. The role is based in Gisborne in VIC.
Duties
* Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
* Cooking variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
* Using different methods of cooking such as pan frying, deep frying, steaming, boiling and roasting
* Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
* Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
* Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment maintain them in good working condition
* Reporting to management if any maintenance is required
* Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
* Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
* Follow and maintain all OH&SC requirement for safe kitchen operations.
* Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
* Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
* Assist with the ordering of supplies
* Cooking menu items in co-operation with the rest of the kitchen staff
* Assist in the development of the menu in consultation with the chef and the restaurant manager
Requirements
* Relevant qualifications in commercial cookery
* Minimum 15 months of experience as a Cooking a commercial kitchen
* At least 15 months experience in preparing meals that cater to various dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, vegan, or nut-free options.
* Must know how and have at least 15 months experience in grilling over open fire
* Must have at least 15 months of commercial experience in operating grill
* Must be able to cook different proteins including seafood, beef, lamb and pork
* Passion for great food and presentation
* Understanding of, and commitment to, food safety
* Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team
* Ability to work well under pressure
* Goods ordering and menu costing
* Stock control and wastage minimization
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