Johnny’s Green Room (King and Godfree Carlton Pty Ltd), Melbourne Vic 3204, seeks a full time Chef to join our team.

As a Chef you will have a creative approach to consulting on menu design with a focus on

Seasonal produce, delivering honest and delicious food.

We are offering you a salary package from $80,000 plus superannuation.

We seek an applicant who:
Has experience in putting high quality food on the pass, and maintains high standards
Has solid leadership and management skills with the ability to create a motivating environment
Has experience or knowledge in pasta, pizza and tapas
Experience cooking and managing a kitchen team
Has no issue with following directions
Understanding of food health, safety and handling procedures
Is an excellent multi-tasker with good initiative
Possesses a demonstrable passion for food
Has excellent inter-personal skills, maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations and uses these traits to perform well in a team
Is open to having input into seasonal menu design and on-going dish development
Seeks to further their skillset and food knowledge by showcasing local produce

The role on offer is full-time and will sit within an established team, with long-term goals and new opportunities on the horizon.





Your responsibilities in the kitchen will include but not limited to:
Designing menus including seasonal menus, daily/weekly specials and selecting plate presentation
Overseeing delivery of stock of food and equipment supplies and doing purchase orders
Ensuring freshness and quality in the ingredients and preparation of meals
Demonstrate current cooking techniques and equipment to staff
Prepare and cook foods for dining and function service
Implementing and enforcing hygiene regulations and examining equipment for cleanliness
Food stocktaking procedures and waste management
Day to day temperature check
Provide and record a program of basic training for all new members of staff and communicate performance and development issues on a regular basis
Manage the team of kitchen staff during service

The position is not limited to qualified chefs with a Certificate IV and a Diploma of Hospitality with two years’ experience, but without qualifications you will require to have a minimum of three years' experience working in busy kitchens.

If you are vibrant, team focused and want to work with us at our exciting venue, please apply

With your resume. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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