Plan, direct, supervise and coordinate all food preparation and cooking in the kitchen Prepare, season and cook all types of food, including woodfired pizza and dishes for special guests and functions Bake, roast, boil and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods, and control the temperature of the woodfire oven, grills and other cooking equipment Weigh, measure and mix ingredients; wash, peel, cut and prepare fruit and vegetables; carve and trim meats Check food is properly cooked and meets quality standards by tasting, smelling and inspecting it Portion, garnish and present dishes and desserts, and design decorative food displays Plan and develop menus and recipes, allowing for seasonal produce and expected customer numbers Analyse recipes and price menu items based on food, labour and supply costs Estimate food use and supply costs; order supplies and help with kitchen budgeting and purchasing Check the quantity and quality of deliveries and stock Set production schedules and staffing levels,



and help recruit and hire kitchen staff Train cooks and kitchen staff in food preparation, presentation, recent techniques and equipment Follow and enforce food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards Inspect food preparation areas, equipment and supplies; arrange equipment repairs and purchases Record production and operational data on the required forms Communicate with front-of-house staff before and during service

Requirements:

- Chef: At least 1 year of relevant work experience, plus a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent work experience Cook: At least 1 year of relevant work experience, plus a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent work experience

Pay: $79,423.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Visa sponsorship

Work Location: In person

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