ST THOMAS PRIVATE PTY LTD
(Seaside Shahi)
Shop 3, 18 Cliff Road, Wollongong NSW ****
**** Old Princes Highway, Engadine NSW ****
Shop 1, 8 Memorial Drive, Shellharbour City Centre NSW ****
157 Tongarra Road, Albion Park NSW ****
Full Time Chefs
Multiple positions available
Salary: $75,********,000 plus superannuation
Summary
ST THOMAS PRIVATE PTY LTD (trading as Seaside Shahi) is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join their culinary team in a full-time capacity.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong eye for food quality, technical cooking skills, and a passion for delivering consistent and innovative dining experiences.
This role plays a central part in kitchen operations and contributes significantly to maintaining high standards in food safety, hygiene, and team leadership
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Develop menus, estimate food and ingredient costs, and source supplies.
Organise and coordinate daily kitchen operations, ensuring productive food preparation, cooking and timely service.
Maintain high-quality food standards at all stages of preparation and presentation.
Discuss food preparation requirements, menu changes with management and kitchen staff.
Demonstrate and enforce strict hygiene and food safety procedures.
Control and monitor cooking temperatures and equipment operation.
Oversee the presentation, plating and garnishing of dishes to maintain established culinary standards.
Participate in training and development of kitchen staff and apprentices.




Support innovation in food preservation and introduce new recipes to enhance food quality and customer satisfaction.
Supervise kitchen staff to ensure consistent performance and adherence to standards.
Monitor stock levels and reduce food waste through effective inventory management.
Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety regulations.
Conduct regular kitchen inspections and maintain cleaning schedules.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery of ingredients.
Stay current with culinary trends and incorporate them into menu offerings.
Manage kitchen rosters, staff scheduling, and delegation of tasks as required.
Respond to customer feedback and adjust preparation methods where appropriate.
Requirements
AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) in Commercial Cookery or a relevant qualification,
At least 1 -3 years of relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications
In-depth knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, food safety and sanitation standards, and presentation methods
Strong knife skills, plating and garnishing ability, and a refined sense of taste and smell
Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organisation, time management, and multitasking abilities
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and lead by example
Applications open on 29 October **** and close on 27 November ****.
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