Head Chef and Cook
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Ballarat, VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
A restaurant with an Italian-inspired menu is about to open in Ballarat, and the kitchen crew is being put together now. A Head Chef is wanted to set the standard and design the menu, together with Chefs, Cooks and Kitchen Hands, so people can come in at different levels.
Employer sponsorship may be available for eligible applicants, subject to skills, experience and applicable visa requirements.
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Key Responsibilities
- Be in charge of the kitchen and bring its team together
- Create and present Italian and European-inspired cuisine to a high level
- Make sure the taste, quality and look of each plate match the last
- Contribute to the menu, recipes, specials and seasonal dishes
- Supervise prep, purchasing, ordering and stock rotation, and track stock levels, food costs and kitchen resources
- Roster labour sensibly to keep the kitchen running smoothly
- Coach, guide and back the kitchen team
- Keep kitchen procedures exact and uniform
- Comply with food safety, hygiene and workplace standards, leaving the kitchen clean, safe and orderly
- Work efficiently when service is busy, keep kitchen and management talking clearly and help create a positive, team-focused workplace
Requirements & Eligibility
- Commercial kitchen background that is relevant and verifiable
- Minimum 3 years as a senior chef or Head Chef if you are applying for Head Chef
- Previous work as a Chef, Cook or Kitchen Hand if you are applying for one of the other roles
- Able to demonstrate relevant culinary skills and professional experience
- Italian or modern European cooking experience is highly regarded
- Relevant culinary qualifications or recognised trade training are advantageous
- Senior positions call for strong leadership and communication
- Knows food costing, ordering, stock control and kitchen operations
- Firm grip on food safety and hygiene, holding high standards at pace; dependable, organised and professional, a good kitchen team member, available for required hospitality shifts, evenings and weekends included
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