The Client
Lucky Spark Pty Ltd trading as Park Central Cafe & Restaurant in Kiama NSW is looking for an experienced Chef to join their team. Their in-house restaurant serves up modern Australia cuisine with international influence. They are always looking for new and creative ways to excite their customers in terms of food taste, quality and presentation.
The Role
This is for a full-time role with an annual salary set at $80,000 plus superannuation. The role is based in Kiama NSW.
Duties Will Include
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
Requirements
Minimum Cert IV in Kitchen Management
Minimum 1 year of experience as a Chef
Must know how and have at least 1 year experience in commercial kitchen cookery
At least 1 year experience with menu planning and new dish planning
At least 1 year experience in dietary and nutritional planning
Must know how and have at least 1 year experience in grilling over open fire
Must have at least 1 years of commercial experience in operating grill
Experience and knowledge in modern Australian cuisine is essential
Passion for excellent food and presentation
Understanding of, and commitment to, food safety
Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team
Experience in training kitchen staff
Ability to work well under pressure
Goods ordering and menu costing
Stock control and wastage minimization
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Chef (New South Wales)
🏢 Labour Support Group
📍 New South Wales