Chef

CHEF – Pakistani / Halal in the heart of the Clayton foodie strip

About our client

Kogan People Solutions are working with our client to secure a new Chef for their proudly Halal / Pakistani happy family owned, and long-established institution welcoming locals as well the many visitors to the area's fine medical facilities. Offering the tastiest freshest cuisine, the beautifully designed venue is open every day; the role is full time and ongoing.

About the role

Our client, operates a well-loved and busy restaurant, offering an authentic Indian Menu with all the best veg and nonveg options, in delightful contemporary environs in the heart of Clayton Vic. The venue is very keen to cement their reputation and appoint a new skilled and qualified full time Chef to help lead the kitchen team to achieving even greater success.

• Schedule - Includes weekday and weekend shifts
• Salary - Offered in the range of $75k to $85k plus superannuation per annum
• Location – Clayton VIC

If you're a talented Chef looking for a new challenge managing the busy kitchen at this hotel, delivering outstanding culinary experience including crafting weekly specials, this is the perfect opportunity for you

Responsibilities of our Chef will include:

• Lead, guide and inspire the kitchen team to deliver the best results.
• Assist in the hiring and training of new cooks and kitchen staff.
• Supervise (and participate in) the preparation of all meals.
• Manage kitchen consumables, stock takes, ordering, cost control and budgeting.
• In consultation with the Management team, develop, test, and introduce new menu items.
• Ensure strict compliance with OH&S and Food Safety standards.
• Work alongside the management team.

About you:

• You have a passion for the hospitality industry and are up to date on techniques and food trends.
• You can demonstrate an uncompromising attitude towards flavour and presentation of the highest quality, whilst aligning and motivating a cohesive and hardworking team environment.
• Are empathetic to those around you and work well under pressure.
• Experience gained in Pakistani (or similar) cuisine and professional environments is preferred.

To be successfully considered for the role, you:

• Possess excellent relevant post-secondary cookery related qualifications, to at least Diploma level or agreed substitute.
• Have at least three or more years' experience since earning your qualifications in a similar professional capacity.
• Are available across the working week and weekends.
• Offer proven ability to prioritise, set goals and have the determination to achieve them.
• Possess a thorough understanding of food safety and HACCP.
• Understand cost control, time management, prioritization, and cost-efficient procurement practices.
• Have substantial experience working in a similar role / environment, with an emphasis on Pakistani / Halal menu items.
• Are an excellent people manager able to get the most out of your team.

You must have unrestricted full time Australian working rights to be considered.

Applications

Please respond to the recruiters using the facilities on this site, and ensure you attach your updated CV.

Kogan People Solutions are grateful for all applications, but kindly note that they will only respond to shortlisted applicants.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Maternity leave
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Are you an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident? If not, please provide details on how you meet the working rights requirements outlined in our job listing. For example, if you hold a visa that grants you permanent working rights, such as a Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485), kindly specify the visa type and its expiry date. Thank you.

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• Chef: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person