Senior Culinary Expert

2 days ago

NSW Regional Newcastle Hunter, Australia beBeeChef Full time $70,000 - $80,000
Job Description

About the Venue:

Our company operates two standout venues in Shoal Bay—Gianni's and Longboat Café. Gianni's offers a stylish waterfront dining experience with fresh seafood, Italian classics, and modern Australian cuisine. Just steps away, Longboat Café is a popular all-day spot known for its quality coffee, fresh meals, and relaxed beachside vibe. Both venues are celebrated for their stunning coastal locations, excellent service, and commitment to fresh, local ingredients.

Position Details:

  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Location: Shoal Bay, NSW 2315

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Oversee daily kitchen operations, including staff delegation, stock rotation, and maintaining accurate records.
  2. Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, either regularly or for special functions and events.
  3. Manage production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely service delivery.
  4. Estimate food supply needs, calculate costs for ingredients, and manage orders accordingly.
  5. Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
  6. Analyse recipes and advise prices to menu items based on food, labour, and overhead costs.
  7. Work closely with team members to execute established recipes and menus with consistency and precision, ensuring alignment with seasonal availability and anticipated customer volume.
  8. Demonstrate new cooking techniques and introduce equipment to staff for continual culinary improvement.
  9. Oversee workstation readiness by ensuring mise en place is complete, equipment is functional, and kitchen operations are primed for service efficiency and food quality standards.
  10. Prepare and cook dishes in strict compliance with food safety and health regulations, ensuring the highest quality and hygiene standards are maintained.
  11. Assist in onboarding, training, and supervising new team members, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative, efficient work environment.
  12. Monitor and enforce sanitation practices to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) and HACCP.

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