About The Client
Laffa Bar Charcoal Grill in Caulfield, Victoria is an authentic Mediterranean charcoal grill restaurant that serves up authentic flavours.
They are currently looking for an experienced Chef to join their kitchen team.
The Role
This is a full time role with an annual salary of $80,000 plus superannuation.
The Responsibilities
Your tasks at the restaurant will consist of:
* Plan, direct, and supervise the food preparation and cooking activities
* Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays
* Determine production schedules & staff requirements necessary to ensure delivery of services
* Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
* Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards
* Instruct cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing & presentation of food
* Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations
* Order or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation
* Analyse recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labour, and overhead costs
* Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
* Meet with sales representatives in order to negotiate prices and order supplies
* Prepared and cook food of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions
* Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
* Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers
* Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met
* Check the quantity and quality of received products
* Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff
* Record production and operational data on specified forms
* Maintaining safety and hygiene standards in the kitchen at all times
The Requirements:
To be considered for the position you must meet the following requirements:
* Relevant qualifications in cookery or hospitality
* Minimum 2 years of experience as a Chef in a similar role
* At least 2 years demonstrated knowledge and experience in a commercial kitchen
* At least 2 years' experience in planning specialised menus for individuals with various dietary restrictions
* At least 2 years cooking over open charcoal fire
* At least 2 years demonstrated knowledge and experience in menu planning and creation
* Strong understanding of food safety regulations and ability to enforce strict hygiene standards
* Knowledge of allergen management and protocols to prevent cross-contamination.
* Experience in training and managing kitchen staff, ensuring consistency and quality in meal preparation
* Ability to lead a team and foster a positive and inclusive work environment
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
* Ability to innovate and create diverse menus despite limitations in ingredients
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