Sambandha Trading Pty Ltd
T/A Sambandha Restaurant
ABN 53 650 900 182
57-59 Queen Street, Auburn, NSW 2144
Chefs – Full Time
Multiple Positions Available
SALARY
$75,000 – $80,000 plus Superannuation
DUTIES
•Plan and design menus, considering seasonal availability and customer preferences, while estimating food and labour costs.
•Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, ensuring quality and consistency in taste and presentation.
•Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation, making adjustments as necessary.
•Order and manage inventory of food supplies, ensuring freshness and cost-effectiveness.
•Discuss food preparation issues with managers, dietitians, and kitchen and waiting staff to ensure smooth operations.
•Demonstrate cooking techniques and advise on cooking procedures to kitchen staff.
•Enforce hygiene regulations and ensure compliance with health and safety standards in the kitchen.
•Select and train kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
•Freeze and preserve foods as required, maintaining proper storage methods.
•Collaborate with front-of-house staff to coordinate service flow and address customer feedback.
•Assist in budgeting and managing kitchen expenses, keeping track of food waste and portion sizes.
•Contribute creative ideas for new dishes and improvements to existing recipes.
•Address any kitchen issues that arise, such as staffing shortages or equipment failures, ensuring minimal disruption to service.
•Maintain clear communication with all team members to ensure timely meal service and customer satisfaction.
REQUIRED SKILLS
•Qualification in Commercial Cookery or related field
•Minimum 2–4 years of experience in a commercial kitchen environment, including recent experience as a Cook or Chef
•Proven ability to prepare and cook a diverse range of dishes, including for large functions and high-volume service
•Experience in menu planning and dish creation in line with seasonal availability and customer preferences
•Strong understanding of food safety standards and hygiene compliance, including opening and closing kitchen duties
•Skilled in managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and reducing food waste
•Experience in supervising and training kitchen staff
•Excellent time management and multitasking abilities, especially under pressure in fast-paced kitchens
•Good interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with front-of-house staff and resolve service-related issues
•Ability to adapt to new recipes and contribute to continuous menu development
•Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and a commitment to continuous learning in culinary techniques
English – Mandatory
Nepalese – Preferred
Please send your CV to info@businessnest.com.au. Please include the job role title in your email.