Job Description
Are you an experienced culinary professional looking for your next challenge? We’re seeking talented individuals to join our kitchen team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and create amazing dishes, we’d love to hear from you!
Are you an experienced culinary professional looking for your next challenge? We’re seeking talented individuals to join our kitchen team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and create amazing dishes, we’d love to hear from you!
- Position: Chef de Cuisine
As a Chef de Cuisine, you will be at the helm of the kitchen, responsible for developing menus, leading a team of chefs, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation.
Responsibilities:
- Design and create innovative menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and align with the restaurant’s concept and guest preferences.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of all dishes to ensure consistent quality and adherence to recipes and standards.
- Ensure all kitchen operations comply with food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
- Provide ongoing training and development for kitchen staff, encouraging continuous improvement and growth.
Requirements:
- At least a Certificate IV in commercial cookery or above
- Minimum of 2 years of proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or similar role in a high-end restaurant or hotel.
- Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
- Creative and innovative approach to menu planning and presentation.
- Certifications in Food Safety and Hygiene are preferred.
Applicants who need sponsorship must meet the following criteria, in addition to the previously mentioned requirements:
- A valid English language certificate is needed, with an overall IELTS score of at least 5.5 and no individual section scoring less than 5.0.
- Depending on where you are placed or your nationality, you may need to complete a skill assessment from either TRA or VETASSESS, the relevant Australian skill assessing authorities.
