Full-Time Chef
- Deliver high-quality Australian cuisine as part of a team.
- Assist the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.
- Supervise and instruct kitchen staff to maintain high standards.
As a proud family-owned and operated company, FORTIO ITO PTY LTD t/a Australian Catering Serviceshas come a long way from our humble beginnings at the Brisbane Powerhouse Markets. We are dedicated to providing top-notch culinary expertise and solutions at our contracted venues across Brisbane. With a diverse range of cafes, bars, arenas, and function rooms, we are thrilled to serve thousands of happy customers daily.
About the Opportunity:
We are looking for a Chef to join our team to deliver high-quality Australian cuisine. Assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, utilising your skills & experience. You will ensure that every section of the kitchen operates optimally by planning, organising, supervising and coaching the team. You will be a passionate chef and a highly committed hospitality professional.
As a key member of the team, responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays
• Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure the timely delivery of services
• Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
• Collaborate with Head Chef and Restaurant Manager to plan and develop recipes and menus, considering factors such as seasonal availability of ingredients and expected customer demand
• Supervise and instruct cooks and other kitchen staff in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of dishes, maintaining our high standards
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure compliance with established standards
• Manage stock, including ordering, rotation, and wastage control; arrange the purchasing and pricing of goods within budget constraints and ensure all food purchases are handled appropriately
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of all kitchen operations; conduct interviews, hire, and train additional kitchen staff members, ensuring their proficiency in food preparation
• Assume responsibility for managing cost of goods and wage targets
• Perform rostering and shift management duties
• Demonstrate full understanding of operations, occupational health and safety (OH&S) protocols, HACCP guidelines, and the management of the Food Safety Program
• Monitor and enforce sanitation practices to ensure employee compliance with established standards and regulations
The Ideal Candidate must have:
·Diploma in Hospitality including Cert IV in Commercial Cookery
- Minimum of 1 year’ experience in a similar role
- Effective management and communication of diverse team
- Experience in managing and maintaining food safety program including documentation
- Rostering and ordering experience
- Monitor and supervise OH&S standards and procedure
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships
- Genuine interest in the day to day operations
- Understanding of financial budgets, food and labour costs is advantageous
- Excellent attention to detail
- Outstanding time management during preparation and service periods
- Calm and composed demeanor
- Full availability, able and willing to work weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts
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