Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill
Location: Paynesville, VIC 3880
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Business

Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill, located in Paynesville, Victoria, is seeking an experienced, qualified and motivated Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis.

We are looking for a dedicated qualified with experience in Modern Australian cuisine, breakfast preparation and commercial kitchen operations. The successful applicant must demonstrate strong cooking skills, kitchen management capabilities and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and food safety.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

- Hold a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or an equivalent relevant qualification.
- Have 3–4 years of full-time professional experience in a commercial kitchen.
- Demonstrated experience in preparing and cooking Modern Australian cuisine.
- Previous experience working as a Breakfast Chef.
- Strong knowledge of commercial kitchen operations, food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Good understanding of HACCP principles, food safety and hygiene standards.
- Experience in stock control, ordering supplies and food cost management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

- Planning and developing menus featuring Modern Australian cuisine, including breakfast dishes, while estimating food and labour costs and ordering required supplies.
- Preparing,



seasoning and cooking a variety of dishes using appropriate cooking techniques and ensuring consistent food quality and presentation.
- Monitoring the quality of ingredients and finished dishes at all stages of food preparation, cooking and presentation.
- Demonstrating cooking techniques, advising kitchen staff on cooking procedures and assisting with staff training.
- Coordinating and supervising daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and timely meal service.
- Managing food supplies, monitoring stock levels, controlling portion sizes and minimising food wastage.
- Monitoring food costs and assisting management with kitchen budgets and operational efficiency.
- Implementing and monitoring HACCP-based food safety, workplace health, hygiene and sanitation procedures.
- Ensuring correct food handling, storage, temperature control and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Liaising with management, suppliers and front-of-house staff regarding menu requirements, food preparation and daily kitchen operations.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit their updated resume outlining their qualifications, relevant commercial kitchen experience and previous experience in Modern Australian cuisine and breakfast service.

Please include details of your willingness to relocate to Paynesville or the surrounding regional area.

Important: Only candidates who meet the essential qualification and experience requirements and are willing to relocate to the regional area will be considered.

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Free food

Work Location: In person

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