Company Description
Casa Nova Italian is a celebrated Italian restaurant located in Newcastle, known for its commitment to exceptional food, crafted drinks, and fostering a warm ambiance where friends gather. Inspired by the motto \"Good food. Good drinks. Good friends,\" Casa Nova takes pride in delivering authentic Italian flavours and a memorable dining experience. With its perfect blend of traditional recipes and modern culinary techniques, Casa Nova is a go‐to destination for food enthusiasts. The restaurant's dedication to quality and excellence is at the core of everything it does.
Role Description
Casa Nova Italian is seeking a full‐time Head Chef to lead and manage the kitchen team at our Sydney, NSW restaurant in Circular Quay. As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for planning the menu, overseeing daily kitchen operations, monitoring food preparation and presentation, and ensuring high standards of quality and hygiene. Additional responsibilities include training and mentoring junior chefs, coordinating with suppliers, maintaining inventory, and enforcing compliance with health and safety regulations. This is an on‐site role, requiring a hands‐on approach to kitchen leadership.
Qualifications
1. Strong expertise in Italian cuisine, menu development, and food presentation
2. Leadership and team management skills, with experience in training kitchen staff
3. Knowledge of food safety regulations, inventory management, and cost control
4. Passion for innovation and creativity in crafting exceptional dishes
5. Proficiency in time management and organization to ensure a seamless workflow
6. Formal culinary training or a relevant certification is highly desirable
7. Prior experience in a similar role within a high‐volume restaurant environment
8. Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a professional work attitude
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