Chef - Waterloo Nsw

Description:

Full-time Chef position available in Waterloo NSW 2017
Eggspresso is a vibrant and innovative café and restaurant nestled in the heart of Waterloo, renowned for its unique fusion of Australian and Vietnamese cuisines. With a diverse and enticing menu featuring everything from hotcakes, baked eggs, and omelettes to pastas, salmon, crispy spring rolls, and Hanoi-style BBQ pork, Eggspresso has quickly become a beloved local gem. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted and freshly prepared, reflecting the restaurant’s commitment to quality and culinary creativity.
On behalf of Eggspresso, we are excited to invite applications for a passionate and dedicated full-time Chef to join their energetic and collaborative team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and takes pride in delivering vibrant, flavourful dishes using fresh, high-quality ingredients. If you’re looking to bring your culinary expertise to a kitchen that values innovation and authenticity, we’d love to hear from you.
Position Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Supervise and coordinate all kitchen operations, providing clear instructions to cooks and other kitchen staff in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of dishes.
• Determine appropriate pricing for menu items, considering ingredient costs, labour, and overhead expenses.
• Develop and refine recipes, ensuring consistent quality and appealing presentation for all dishes served to customers.
• Plan production schedules and assess staffing requirements to maintain smooth kitchen operations.
• Apply a variety of culinary techniques to create and execute a diverse range of dishes.
• Estimate the quantities and costs of ingredients and kitchen supplies required for daily and seasonal operations.
• Conduct regular inspections of supplies, kitchen equipment, and work areas to ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and optimal functionality.
• Stay abreast of culinary trends and collaborate with the cook to introduce innovative new menu items.
• Oversee the final quality control of dishes before they are served, ensuring high standards are maintained.
• Manage the procurement of kitchen equipment and ingredients, ensuring timely replenishment based on usage and projected needs.
• Participate in the recruitment process by interviewing, hiring, and training new kitchen staff.
• Implement and monitor stock rotation procedures to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Enforce and uphold health and safety standards, monitoring sanitation practices and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee kitchen budgeting, account management, and the creation of efficient staff rosters.
• Promptly report and follow up on any kitchen maintenance or equipment issues to ensure operational efficiency.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A Diploma in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery.
• At least 01 year of proven experience as a Chef under a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards and kitchen hygiene practices.
• Ability to efficiently run a busy kitchen environment.
• Creativity in food preparation and presentation, with an eye for detail.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities under pressure.
• Ability to work as a team leader.

Salary: This is a full-time position with competitive remuneration between $73,000 - $80,000 p.a. plus superannuation for a 38-hour work week.