CHEF – Rocklea QLD

Kogan People Solutions are working to assist our client who runs a prominent pub, located in Rocklea QLD. Well regarded for super pub dining, generous specials, and genuine hospitality, they’re growing and seeking a skilled and experienced Chef to join the leadership in their kitchen team. The workplace culture is positive and respectful; you’ll enjoy leading the team here.

Tenure: Full time and ongoing.

Schedule: Includes weekday and weekend shifts

Salary: Negotiable in the range $75k to $95k plus superannuation per annum.

If you are ready to manage a busy kitchen (and lead a great team) and deliver great pub culinary experiences, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities of our Chef will include:

1. Lead, mentor and inspire the kitchen team to deliver the best results.
2. Assist in the hiring and training of cooks and kitchen staff.
3. Supervise (and participate in) the preparation of all meals.
4. Manage kitchen consumables, stock takes, ordering, cost control and budgeting.
5. In consultation with the Management team, develop, test, and introduce new menu items.
6. Ensure strict compliance with OH&S; and Food Safety standards.
7. Work alongside the management team.

About you:

1. You have a passion for the hospitality industry and are up to date on techniques and food trends.
2.



You can demonstrate an uncompromising attitude towards flavour and presentation of the highest quality, whilst aligning and inspiring a cohesive and hardworking team environment.
3. Are empathetic to those around you and work well under pressure.
4. Have substantial experience working in a similar pub cuisine and professional environment.

To be successfully considered for the role, you:

1. Possess excellent relevant post-secondary cookery-related qualifications, to at least Diploma level or agreed substitute.
2. Have at least one or more years’ experience since earning your qualifications, ideally in pub dining venues at this level of seniority.
3. Are available throughout the working week and weekends.
4. Offer proven ability to prioritise, set goals and have the determination to achieve them.
5. Possess a thorough understanding of food safety and HACCP.
6. Understand cost control, time management, prioritization, and cost-efficient procurement practices.
7. Are an excellent people manager able to get the most out of your team.

Applications

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Kogan People Solutions are grateful for all applications, but please note that they will only respond to shortlisted applicants.

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