Chef

5 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia ClearCompany Full time

The Client

Cafe Mondial in Brisbane is a casual Mediterranean-influenced cafe with lovely arcade seating as well as streetside tables. They are looking for an experienced Chef to join their team. Their in-house restaurant serves up Mediterranean-influenced cuisine with a modern Australian touch. They are always looking for new and creative ways to excite their customers in terms of food taste, quality and presentation.

The Role

The Chef is responsible for managing kitchen operations and preparing high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services. This position directly contributes to the café/restaurant's goal of providing an exceptional dining experience to its customers. The Chef will work closely with the kitchen team and front-of-house staff, ensuring that food quality, safety, and service standards are consistently met. This position reports to the Head Chef and has some authority in kitchen operations but follows guidelines set by management.

This is for a full time role with an annual salary set between $73,500 to $78,500 depending on experience plus superannuation, and will be based in Brisbane City, QLD.

The Chef must be available for both early morning and late night shifts, with weekend and public holiday availability essential. The role is for an average of 88 hours per fortnight.

Duties will include:

  • Prepare, cook, and present meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services, ensuring high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
  • Supervise the preparation and cooking of all dishes, ensuring consistency and efficiency during service times.
  • Work with the Head Chef to innovate new menu items and adjust existing recipes as necessary.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
  • Oversee stock levels, order supplies, and ensure ingredients are fresh and available for service.
  • Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and cleaned.
  • Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff, ensuring they understand and follow kitchen protocols and safety standards.
  • Lead by example, creating a positive and efficient work environment that fosters teamwork.
  • Collaborate with the front-of-house team to ensure that meals are prepared according to customer specifications, including special dietary needs.
  • Address customer concerns related to food quality in a professional manner.

Requirements

  • At least a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification)
  • Valid Food Safety Supervisor Certification
  • First Aid and CPR training certifications desirable
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a professional kitchen environment
  • Minimum 2 years of proven experience to prepare and cook dishes to high standards across a variety of meal periods (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a professional Chef
  • At least 2 years' experience with menu planning and menu costing
  • At least 2 years' with inventory management and food safety practices
  • Experience and knowledge in Mediterranean cuisine is essential
  • Strong attention to detail and a passion for high-quality food.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Creativity and willingness to contribute to menu development.
  • Positive attitude with a solution-focused approach.
  • Ability to mentor and lead others with patience and clarity.
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