VeiraMal Consulting is seeking an experienced chef to join Papalia's Lakeside Restaurant in Yarrawonga. Our client is looking for an enthusiastic individual who can work well in a team, with strong communication skills.
Objective of The Position:
* To assist in the provision of high-quality daily meals.
* To help build a positive dining experience for the clients of our restaurant.
Qualifications/experience:
* Experience in food preparation and cooking for large numbers of people.
* Qualifications in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery.
* Hygiene for Food Handlers Certificate.
* Good communication skill.
Responsible for: Maintaining efficient management and delivery of food services.
Accountable to: Manager /Owner
Performance appraisal: Three months after appointment, then at least annually and/or when required.
Job Descriptions:
* Determining how food should be cooked, presented, and create decorative food displays.
* Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services.
* Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.
Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
* Instruct cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food.
* Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.
* Order or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation.
* Recruit and hire staff, including cooks and other kitchen workers.
* Analyse recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labour, and overhead costs.
* Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on regular basis or for special guests and orders.
* Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
* Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account factors such as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers.
* Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
Requirements:
* Previous experience in similar role
* Have a passion for great food and presentation
* Ability to prioritize, set goals, and a determination to achieve them
* Experience in kitchen operations and staff training
* Experience with menu creation and costings
* Experience in stock control and wastage minimization
Conduct: Employee must at all time act honestly and in a manner that is consistent with the statues of his position.
Remuneration: $70,000 - $80,000 + Superannuation
If you are interested and think you will be a good fit for this role, please apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person