Full time Chef/Cook

We are currently seeking a cook/chef to join our team at Choo Choo Sushi Hyperdome. The position is full time. For a successful candidate an annual salary of $75,000 to $80,000 + superannuation will be offered.

Cook Responsibilities:

• Set up workstations at the beginning of the shift with the required ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Assist the chef with supervising food preparation activities of other kitchen staff.
• Collaborating with kitchen staff to coordinate meal preparation and service.
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking including chopping, peeling, mixing, and cutting.
• Cook food items by grilling, frying, sauteing and other cooking methods as specified in the recipe or as directed by the chef.
• Monitoring cooking times and temperatures to ensure food safety and quality.
• Assembling of dish and ensuring great presentation by garnishing the plate as directed by the chef.
• Comply with all work health safety policies and establishment procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, food storage, and work areas.
• Comply with all food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring food is correctly stored.
• Check quality of ingredients.
• Assist the chef in monitoring stock and place orders when there are shortages.
• Adhering to dietary restrictions and special requests from customers.

Chef Responsibilities:

• Manage all operations of the kitchen including food preparation, cooking, and overall workflow.
• Responsible for kitchen opening and closing, service and set up.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed to maintain an efficient and well-stocked kitchen.
• Communicating with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of high-quality ingredients.
• Oversee food preparation and ensure that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards of quality and presentation.
• Delegating tasks and responsibilities to kitchen staff to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen.
• Supervise, train, and instruct kitchen staff to ensure high standard of performance and quality of dishes.
• Hiring, recruiting, and rostering of kitchen staff as needed.
• Preparing and cooking dishes in accordance with menu and customer preference and dietary needs.
• Collaborate with the front-of-house staff to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Menu planning and development, including creating new dishes and updating existing ones.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Ensuring that the kitchen operates in compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Analyse recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labour, and overhead cost.
• Monitoring and controlling food and labour costs, inventory, and overall kitchen expenses.

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience
• Hold relevant qualification

If you are interested in this position, please send us your resume and cover letter.

Thank you.