Chef
- Plan and prepare quality Greek and Mediterranean-style dishes.
- Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during food preparation and service.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
Employer: The Trustee for Unicorn 2 Family Trust trading as Elenika & Co
ABN: 85 712 290 927
Location: 181 Waverley Road, Malvern East VIC 3145
Position: Chef (ANZSCO 351311)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 per annum + 12% superannuation
About the Role
The Trustee for Unicorn 2 Family Trust, trading as Elenika & Co, is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join its kitchen team on a full-time basis at its Greek eatery in Malvern East.
The successful candidate will plan and prepare quality Greek and Mediterranean-style dishes, including charcoal-grilled meats, seafood, meze and banquet offerings, while maintaining consistent standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan menus and develop or refine dishes in consultation with management, taking account of seasonal produce, customer preferences and service requirements.
- Estimate food and labour requirements, monitor food costs and assist with ordering and stock control.
- Select and inspect ingredients for quality, freshness and suitability before preparation.
- Prepare, season and cook Greek and Mediterranean-style dishes, including grilled meats, seafood, meze and banquet meals, to established standards.
- Monitor cooking processes, portioning, plating and presentation to ensure consistency and quality.
- Prepare dishes for special dietary requirements and manage allergen-related requests as required.
- Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during food preparation and service, allocate kitchen duties, and provide guidance on cooking methods and presentation standards.
- Liaise with restaurant management and front-of-house staff regarding menu requirements, food preparation issues, customer feedback and special dietary requests.
- Demonstrate cooking techniques and provide practical training to kitchen staff where required.
- Maintain food storage, stock rotation, temperature control and kitchen cleanliness in line with food safety requirements.
- Coordinate food preparation and service for dine-in, takeaway, catering and banquet orders.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
Skills and Experience
- Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related discipline.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
- Strong menu planning, food preparation, cooking and kitchen coordination skills.
- Ability to consistently maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a busy restaurant environment.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Experience with Greek or Mediterranean cuisine, charcoal grilling and banquet service will be highly regarded.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.
What We Offer
- Annual salary of $80,000 – $85,000 plus 12% superannuation.
- Full-time employment.
- Supportive and professional working environment.
- Opportunity to work with an established Greek eatery offering dine-in, takeaway and catering services.
How to Apply
If you have the required skills and experience and would like to join Elenika & Co, please submit your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience through this job advertisement.
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