Head Cook

2 days ago

Redland City, Australia Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen Full time
Overview

At Guzman y Gomez, we believe in authentic flavors and the power of food to bring people together. As our Head Cook at GYG, you will be at the heart of our mission to serve up the best Mexican food experience. Your responsibilities will include aiding in the training and growth of the entire kitchen team. Additionally, you'll provide support to the Restaurant Manager in overseeing key metrics such as COGS, labor, and operating expenses.

Responsibilities
  • Aid in training and developing the kitchen team.
  • Support the Restaurant Manager in tracking and optimizing key performance indicators (COGS, labor, and operating expenses).
What's in it for me?
  • Competitive salary + bonus structure
  • Flexible rosters and employment stability – talk to us about work-life balance
  • Opportunities to advance leadership abilities – up to Restaurant Management and beyond
  • Comprehensive training program and ongoing support
  • Heavily discounted GYG meals
  • Free and comfortable GYG uniforms and exclusive merch
  • Team-building activities and regular crew competitions
  • Cultural celebrations including Day of the Dead & Cinco de Mayo
  • The possibility of owning your own franchise or joining our corporate office in the future
Qualifications
  • Experience in a kitchen / cooking role within a busy hospitality environment
  • Experience leading and developing a team
  • Ability to understand, interpret and explain key kitchen financial performance indicators including cost of goods, labor costs and wastage
  • Certificate in commercial cookery or equivalent experience
  • Sound understanding of food safety concerns
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Click the "I\'m Interested" button to express your interest in joining our team We're committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our team and guests. To support this commitment, we may conduct background checks including Police Checks and employment verification as part of our recruitment process.

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Management and Manufacturing
Industries
  • Restaurants

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