About Us
Café Cornerstone is a warm and welcoming café dedicated to serving high-quality coffee, fresh meals, and exceptional customer service. We take pride in creating a cozy atmosphere where customers can relax and enjoy delicious food made with care.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced chef to oversee our restaurant's kitchen, managing team members and making decisions about menu offerings and adjustments to meet guests' requests.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of different varieties of foods and ingredients, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and time constraints.
Responsibilities:
* Kitchen Management:
o Plan and direct food preparation, cooking, and presentation in a fast-paced setting.
o Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment.
o Work with Cooks and other kitchen staff for efficient provisioning and purchasing of supplies.
o Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and other food preparation workers.
* Menu Planning:
o Work with the Director to plan menus that are flavorful and popular with customers.
o Monitor and ensure food quality, quantity, taste, and presentation are in accordance with the menu and customer preference at all times.
* Food Preparation:
o Perform food preparation tasks and check quality/presentation of orders to ensure food is cooked consistently and properly.
o Plan work on orders so that items served together are finished at the same time.
* Hygiene and Maintenance:
o Ensure kitchen is kept to a high standard by providing a clean, hygienic environment for the preparation and delivery of meals.
o Enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen.
* Team Support:
o Assist the Director in routine and specific tasks.
o Advise on cooking methods and practices.
Skill Requirements:
* AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2).
* 3 years of work experience.
* Ability to handle busy service and ensure quality of food is maintained.
* Hardworking, positive attitude.
* Ability to work within a team and independently.
Australian citizens and permanent residents encouraged to apply.