Chef (Only 24h Left)

3 weeks ago

Ballarat, Australia WHITEPAGE CONSULTANCY PTY LTD Full time

Situated in the heart of Cowes, La Porchetta Phillip Island has become a much-loved destination for both locals and visitors seeking authentic Italian flavours and warm hospitality. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming family-style atmosphere where fresh ingredients and traditional recipes come together to deliver memorable dining experiences for lunch and dinner. With a focus on consistency, quality, and friendly service, our restaurant continues to be a favourite gathering spot on the Island. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. This role will suit someone who thrives in a busy restaurant environment, has a flair for Italian cuisine, and is committed to maintaining high culinary standards.

Chef – La Porchetta Phillip Island

Location: Cowes, VIC

Key Responsibilities
• Enforce and maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and workplace health and safety standards.
• Prepare and cook a variety of Italian-inspired meals, ensuring flavour, freshness, and timely service.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and performance development of kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager and service staff to ensure smooth kitchen-to-table coordination.
• Order, manage, and monitor food supplies to ensure consistent stock availability.
• Share expertise by demonstrating cooking techniques and guiding junior staff on preparation and plating standards.
• Introducing creative specials and contribute ideas to enhance the dining experience.
• Estimate food, ingredients, and labour costs while ensuring budget efficiency and minimal wastage.
• Support the smooth operation of the kitchen during peak service hours with hands-on leadership.
• Supervise all stages of food preparation and presentation, ensuring dishes meet our quality and portion standards.
• Manage preservation methods such as proper freezing and storage of food items.
• Design, review, and adapt menus to reflect seasonal produce, customer preferences, and restaurant standards.

Qualifications & Experience
• Minimum of 1-year proven experience as a Chef in a busy commercial kitchen.
• AQF associate degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma in a relevant discipline.
• Strong understanding of Italian cuisine will be highly regarded.

Personal Attributes
We are looking for someone who is:
• Passionate about food and dedicated to continuous improvement.
• Organised and efficient, with excellent time management skills.
• Creative in menu planning and presentation.
• Team-oriented, with strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Resilient and adaptable, thriving under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to delivering outstanding dining experiences for every customer.

Employment Type: Full-time (38 hours per week)

Salary: $75,000 – $85,000 + superannuation per annum

Why Join Us?
At La Porchetta Phillip Island, you’ll be part of a supportive and friendly team that values your skills and encourages career growth. Working with us means enjoying a lively coastal lifestyle while being an integral part of a restaurant that is truly loved by the community.

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