Job Description

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Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description n

TOCCA A Modern Italian Restaurant. Serving quality and traditional Italian cuisine. TOCCA restaurant in Werribee is a fully licenced Italian restaurant.

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It is trading 7 days. We are seeking a full time experienced Chef with the right attitude and passion for working in Italian kitchen with at least 3-4 years of relevant experience. Minimum of a Cert IV qualification or equivalent in substantial experience.

Essential Skills required: n

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- Solid cooking and food presentation skills with proven experience in authentic Italian cuisine, including pasta, risotto, pizza, antipasti, meat and seafood dishes
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- In-depth knowledge of Italian cooking techniques, ingredients, traditional recipes and modern plating standards
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- Extensive understanding of kitchen operations, including stock control, ordering, food costing and waste minimisation
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- Ability to oversee and support all aspects of daily kitchen operations
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- Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise and work collaboratively within a professional kitchen team
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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff
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- Proven ability to train, mentor and develop cooks and junior kitchen staff in Italian cooking methods
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- Sound knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles and compliance with Australian Food Standards
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- Commitment to maintaining high standards of workplace health and safety, including WorkCover and safe work practices
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- Excellent time management, organisation and multitasking skills in a fast-paced hospitality environment
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- High standards of personal hygiene, cleanliness and professional conduct at all times
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Benefits n

Work with well reputed restaurant Salary of $75,000 - $85,000 + super for this role full-time ongoing position

Task & responsibilities n

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- Work with restaurant owner and be involved in restaurant growth strategy
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- Menu planning (including seasonal menu planning, weekly chefs specials and catering) and estimating food and labour costs
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- Examine the food and supplies to ensure quality
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- Prepare and cook food as per menu and recipes during busy period
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- Monitor all stored food is correctly labelled and placed in temperature-controlled facilities
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- Estimate weekly, fortnightly food requirements and order food supplies
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- Help owner with Hire, train and manage all kitchen staff, including employee development and conducting performance reviews.
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- Lead the other kitchen staff to run kitchen operations.
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- Suggest cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
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- Plan set menu for functions or events
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- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, dietary requirements, cooking and waste control guidelines.
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- When required, manage kitchen staff and delegate tasks related to meal prep, cooking and delivering food to diners in a timely fashion
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- Follow and enforce workplace health & safety regulations, implement and be a leader of hygiene policies and examining equipment for cleanliness
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- Maintain relationships with existing suppliers and find new suppliers if required
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Qualification & experience nn
- Minimum of a Cert IV qualification or equivalent in substantial experience.
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Experience Requirement n

At least 3-4 years of experience in highly relevant role required. Experience with Italian cuisine. Experience working in fast paced and busy kitchen Experience in leading Italian kitchen staff

About Company n

Established in 2021 Tocca has become a destination for authentic Italian food in Werribee. More than offering delicious food, we aim to provide a touch of finesse, renowned cocktails and sincere customer service.

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Work Type: Full time Salary: $ Job Publish: Job Expire:

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