Paint A Pot Pizzeria, operated by Paintplaycafe Paintapot Pty Ltd in Melbourne, is a well-established hospitality business renowned for its warm and family-friendly atmosphere, offering authentic Italian cuisine alongside a unique pottery painting experience. The business has built a strong reputation for serving freshly prepared pizzas, pasta, and other traditional Italian dishes made with quality ingredients while maintaining high standards of food quality and customer service. As customer demand and business operations continue to grow, the company requires a qualified Chef to oversee the preparation and presentation of authentic Italian cuisine, maintain consistency in food quality, assist with menu planning and development, supervise kitchen operations, and ensure compliance with food safety standards, thereby supporting the business's ongoing success and commitment to delivering an exceptional dining experience.
- Position: Chef
- Salary: $80,000 plus Superannuation
- Job Type: Permanent, Full Time, must be available to work on weekends and public holidays.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepare all dishes listed on the menu.
- Develop current recipes and assist in defining menu items.
- Stay current with customer preferences and deliver dishes that meet their taste requirements.
- Follow cooking instructions and recipes for all signature dishes, maintaining high standards.
- Prepare and set up all ingredients and materials needed for cooking.
- Supervise kitchen staff to ensure operational standards are maintained.
- Provide training to kitchen staff as needed.
- Manage and schedule all kitchen staff.
- Effectively manage kitchen operations through the docket system.
- Maintain a sanitized and organized workstation, ensuring high levels of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the kitchen.
Key Skills and Attributes:
- Relevant qualifications with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience.
- A Certificate IV or higher qualification.
- Ability to focus and manage the team effectively in a high-pressure environment.
- Full working rights within Australia are mandatory.
Interested?
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