Employment Type: Full time Salary: $*****-$***** Location: Clyde North Our Client, Fork & Fable Cafe is looking for a Chef who will be responsible for the end-to-end management of kitchen operations, including menu execution, food quality control, sta?
supervision, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Food Preparation and Service Execution • Prepare and cook a wide variety of menu items including: o Breakfast and gourmet dishes o Main meals such as steak, pork, seafood, and pasta o Appetisers, salads, and desserts • Ensure all dishes are produced in accordance with established recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards • Manage high-volume service periods while maintaining consistency and plating quality
2. Menu Planning and Development • Contribute to the design and periodic update of menus reflecting: o Seasonal availability of ingredients o Customer preferences and dining trends o Balance between café-style and premium dining offerings • Develop new dishes that align with the restaurant's creative and story-driven food philosophy(forkandfablecafe.com)
3. Kitchen Operations Management • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including task allocation,



service coordination and workflow efficiency between sections • Monitor food preparation processes to ensure consistency across all services • Ensure the cleanliness and organisation of all kitchen areas • Monitor stock levels and order supplies while minimising wastage through proper portion control and stock rotation (FIFO)
4. Quality Control and Compliance • Ensure all food meets quality standards in taste, temperature, and presentation • Maintain strict compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Conduct regular checks on food storage, handling, and labelling 6.
Staff Supervision and Training • Supervise and train staff on food preparation techniques, hygiene practices, and presentation standards • Ensure staff adhere to workplace safety and operational procedures Skills and Experience Required • Certificate IV or higher relevant qualification.
• At least 1 year of experience working as a chef in fast paced dining establishment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure • Able to work independently without supervision • Leadership and team management capability Salary Range: $75,000 to 85,000

📌 Chef At Clyde North (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne