About Us
Port Melbourne institution Ciao Cielo is a contemporary Italian restaurant serving up house made pasta and a range of delicate and delicious dishes in a classic European setting.
We showcase contemporary Italian food, while paying homage to traditional techniques in the surrounds of a classical heritage building along side a very popular outdoor garden space. Close to the beach and the City, we thrive in summer.
About the Role
An exciting and rewarding opportunity exists for two sous chefs with a passion for wonderful Italian food to join our team. Are you passionate? We really want someone whom has experience in producing high quality dishes and working with a larger team. Experience with European cuisine and a drive to lead. The right candidate will be mentored into the future to hopefully step into a head chef role. Show us your talent and enjoy seeing your creations come to light along side assisting in developing up and coming chefs.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 plus super
In this role you will:
* Support the Executive Chef to run a smooth operation
* Work closely with the Executive Chef to come up with exciting and seasonal dishes
* Maintain our high standards
* Have strong leadership ability and excellent communication
* Participate in maintaining the kitchen to the highest cleanliness standards
* Mentor & train junior staff
About You
The successful applicant will be an established Chef. You will have a strong desire to create and execute beautiful European dishes. Love your team, respect and appreciate everyones effort and supportive of a positive work environment.
You will have:
* The ability to hold down any section & leading others.
* Co-ordinate and communicate effectively to run a service
* A demonstrated desire to lead and drive success for the team
* Minimum Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
* Minimum 1 years experience at a similar level
* A strong understanding of all WHS procedures
* Experience in very clean busy well organised kitchens is helpful
* Excellent communication skills
* Outstanding time-management skills
* Experience working in mid volume to high volume, fine dining or smart casual restaurants.
What's on offer
* A commitment to you. A promise to create a great routine allowing for a life & work balance
* Get creative and do wonderful food
* Appreciation and gratitude for your skill and creativity
* Reasonable hours with compassion, understanding and flexibility
* Loyalty when things get tough
* Great working conditions and supportive team
* Excellent remuneration to match your efforts
* Awesome big clean kitchen with great equipment