Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
Primary Purpose: This role is directly responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, cost and labour control, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; lead, manage and train kitchen team in methods of cooking, preparation and plate presentation.
Position Specifications:
* Work alongside, guide and supervise all kitchen team members of a lower level
* Able to perform & delegate all key duties of other positions within the kitchen team
* On call for any emergencies and any unexpected store or staffing requirements
* Control kitchen expenditures (i.e. COG’s) through the development and the use of par levels for ordering/receiving and storage procedures
* Control kitchen COE through the development of people, efficient practices and management
* Maintain stock control through ordering, recording & monitoring wastage and accurate monthly stock takes
* Assist with the recruitment, selection and induction of efficient and friendly staff
* Training and ongoing development of kitchen team members
* Enforce daily and weekly systems and procedures to ensure a high level of presentation, hygiene, service, product quality and security
* Assisting the store leader to effectively discipline and praise staff as required
* Perform administrative duties in conjunction with the Store Leader (i.e. collecting invoices, recording food safety requirements)
* Ensure all menu items are available throughout the entire trading day, including through cooking
* Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen is in alignment with Food Safety requirements and hygiene practices
Experience
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a casual dining environment or café
Qualifications
* Certificate III Commercial Cookery or equivalent (essential)
* Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (essential)
* Certificate IV Commercial Cookery or equivalent (preferred)
* Current First Aid Certificate (maintained by employee) (essential)
* Good Food Gold Academy (mandatory within 6 weeks of start date)
Knowledge
* Demonstrated knowledge of The Coffee Club policies and procedures as outlined in The Coffee Club Team Handbook and manuals
* Detailed and up to date knowledge of preparation and presentation of all meal items in accordance with the Good Food Manual
* Detailed knowledge of all kitchen operations
* Knowledge of food safety, workplace health & safety regulations and relevant industrial relation regulations
Skills
* Ability to establish clear lines of communication with team members, Store Leader, Shift Leader/s, Franchisee/s, corporate office and suppliers
* Effective leadership and management skills
* Ability to train, guide, work hands on and alongside staff as required to ensure we provide Good Food at all times regardless of who is working in the kitchen
* Ability to communicate effectively with fellow staff and management
* Ability to assist in promoting sales by creating innovative and well-presented daily and weekly chef’s choice of meals (CBR only)
* Ability to work unsupervised
Attitude and Expectation
* Pro-active, positive, enthusiastic, energetic, responsible and friendly
* Can do attitude
* Happily, and diligently adheres to The Coffee Club dress code at all times
* Provide positive, constructive feedback for team members, Store Leader and Franchisee/s
* Actively demonstrate, promote and practice ‘The Coffee Club mission and core values’ through interactions with team members and customers
* Focused on success whilst ensuring ethical standards are adhered to
* Focused on ensuring open communication and good working relationships with all staff
* Commitment to continuous learning and personal development
Key Performance Indicators
* Adhering to all of The Coffee Club standards, procedures and policies
* Demonstrates and practices personal presentation which is professional and adheres to The Coffee Club dress code
* Maintains effective communication with Franchisee/s, staff, suppliers and The Coffee Club Corporate Office
* Demonstrated commitment to provide Good Food, Great Service and Excellent Coffee.
* Experience managing customer data and CRM platforms and programs
Salary: $74,000 - $80,000 plus super
Only eligible and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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