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Brisbane

Want to elevate your career to a Higher Altitude?

Join our award winning Brisbane Airport catering team as a full time Sous Chef.

At dnata catering & retail the sky's truly the limit

AVIATION SUPPORT BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2024

AUSTRALIASIA'S AIRLINE CATERER OF THE YEAR 2025

What does a typical day look like?

As Sous Chef, you will be responsible for planning and directing food preparation in our kitchen. This will involve supervising other kitchen staff, as well as addressing operational issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in large multi-function high end venues and experience producing consistent, high quality culinary items.

We are looking for a day time Sous Chef to run the AM shift starting 6AM - 2PM. Pick your days off, and we will offer you a set roster permanently

In a Nutshell, Your Main Responsibilities Are

• Ensuring your area is properly organized, staffed and directed.
• Ordering required food and equipment daily to satisfy the production plan.
• Providing decisive leadership and on the job training to lower level staff members.
• Executing and supervising food production, packing & tray-set activities.
• Preparing complex meals or dishes, to specifications provided.
• Monitoring and ensuring KPI compliance across the business, including recipe specifications.
• Monitoring and controlling labour, food costs and shrinkage to budget.
• Participating in the development of food products and menus as needed for customer menu presentations.
  
  

What do you need to be successful in securing this role?

• Demonstrated success in a similar role.
• Trade qualified Chef with at least 3 years' experience in a high volume food production environment.
• Advanced knowledge of HACCP / QSAI / Food Safety and OHS.
• Prior experience with airline catering and service oriented.
• Prior experience working in a team environment with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Prior experience in a HALAL working environment and knowledge regarding segregation and separation of equipment.
• Good financial understanding and cost conscious.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications.
• As you will be working in the Aviation Services industry, you will be required to obtain a clear National Police Check.
• Availability to work 38 hours/week, as this role is a full-time permanent position.
  
  

What's in it for you?

• Be part of a close knit & dedicated team that is committed to safety.
• Competitive pay rates and penalties.
• Pick your days off, set rosters.
• Free parking, daily staff meals and uniforms.
• Career development and progression, coupled with national relocation opportunities.
• 5 weeks Annual Leave.
• Access to our tailored Employee Novated Car Lease program.
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, discounted health insurance and wellbeing resources including online exercise classes.
  
  

About Us

We are Australia's largest and most admired inflight catering and retail partner. Specialising in inflight catering and retail, food manufacturing, and airport lounge management, our group of diverse brands enables us to deliver extensive service capabilities.

Chosen by many of the world's top airlines, we operate 16 facilities across 10 cities and employ over 4,500 people who help us to produce over 64 million meals, and service more than 250,000 flights, each year.

Parent company dnata – part of the Emirates Group – is one of the world's largest air services providers. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and inflight catering and retail services, dnata ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently.

Want to know more about dnata catering and our global businesses? Visit our Australian careers website https://dnatacateringcareers.com.au/ and watch a short video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqf4mvwm3E0

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https://dnatacatering.expr3ss.com/homeSeniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesAirlines and Aviation

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