Chef

Indian Ocean – Indian Restaurant in Cowes, Phillip Island is seeking a motivated and experienced full-time Chef to join our kitchen team.

The successful applicant will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen and will be responsible for maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and efficiency.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Planning menus and estimating food and labour costs.
• Ordering food, ingredients and kitchen supplies as required.
• Monitoring the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Discussing food preparation and kitchen-related issues with management, kitchen staff and waiting staff.
• Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising staff on appropriate cooking procedures.
• Preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of dishes to a high standard.
• Ensuring meals are prepared consistently and presented appropriately.
• Explaining and enforcing food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness requirements.
• Maintaining compliance with applicable food safety and workplace hygiene standards.
• Assisting with the selection, supervision and training of kitchen staff where required.
• Freezing, preserving and storing food safely and appropriately.
• Monitoring stock levels and helping minimise food wastage.
• Supporting the efficient and organised operation of the kitchen during busy service periods.

Requirements:

• Relevant commercial cookery qualification.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience as a Chef.
• Strong understanding of commercial kitchen operations.
• Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Good communication, organisational and teamwork skills.

Position: Full-time, ongoing

Hours: Minimum 38 hours per week

Location: Cowes, Phillip Island, Victoria

Employer-sponsored visa applicants may be considered subject to eligibility and applicable immigration requirements.