Work Location: 82 Scarborough St, Southport QLD 4215.
Employment Type: Full-time – 38 hours per week
Salary: AUD $80,000 –AUD $90,000 per annum + superannuation
About the Role
Aurora Gourmet / Harvest & Flame is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our kitchen team in 82 Scarborough St, Southport QLD 4215.
The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals, assisting with menu planning and kitchen operations, maintaining food quality and presentation standards, and ensuring food safety and hygiene requirements are consistently met.
You will work closely with the kitchen and management team to support the efficient day-to-day operation of the kitchen and deliver a consistent dining experience to our customers.
Key Responsibilities The key responsibilities of the role may include:
Plan and develop menus in consultation with management, taking into account customer demand, seasonal ingredients and operational requirements.
Estimate food and labour requirements and assist with controlling food costs and kitchen expenditure.
Order food ingredients and kitchen supplies and monitor stock levels to support efficient kitchen operations.
Prepare, cook and present a variety of dishes in accordance with the restaurant’s menu, recipes and quality standards.
Monitor the quality of food throughout preparation,
cooking and presentation to ensure consistent standards.
Work with kitchen staff and management to resolve food preparation, workflow and service issues.
Provide guidance to kitchen staff on cooking methods, food preparation techniques and presentation standards.
Maintain and enforce appropriate food safety, hygiene and sanitation procedures throughout the kitchen.
Assist with the selection, training and supervision of kitchen staff where required.
Monitor food storage and preservation procedures to minimise waste and maintain product quality.
Coordinate kitchen activities during service periods to ensure meals are prepared accurately and on time.
Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment in accordance with relevant food safety requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
Relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery or a related field.
Approximately 2 years of relevant work experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
Robust knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and food safety standards.
Ability to work effectively in a busy kitchen environment.
Good organisational, communication and teamwork skills.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications and Chef experience.
Please include details of your previous kitchen experience, the types of cuisine you have worked with, and your availability.
📌 chef (Southport)
🏢 AURORA GOURMET
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