Chef de Partie

ABOUT US

We create extraordinary experiences. We create memories, we take care of our shared heritage. This means careers where we have to innovate and always push for better, and where your perspective is always valued. This is a world where we bring together our love for the natural environment and our care for one another to make a real difference. This is a world where you’ll discover something new, every day.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Head Chef, the Chef De Partie will provide support in the day to day operation of Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (SMCT) kitchens based at Springvale Botanical Cemetery and Bunurong Memorial Park.  The Chef De Partie will be relied upon to coordinate the daily operations of all Café Vita Flores activities and when needed, assist the Head Chef to delegate tasks to kitchen staff and work to resolve any operational problems if they arise.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure all kitchen staff operate efficiently and effectively in line with SMCT's operational policies, procedures and processes.
• Effectively manage kitchen staff and lead by example by demonstrating the SMCT Values at all times.
• Ensure all employees provide a clear handover during shift changes and that each shift is reviewed and handovers/briefings are carried out.
• Provide efficient stock management and wastage control.
• Complete required performance reviews for all kitchen employees and set KPI's.
• Ensure a professional level of grooming and personal presentation at all times, as per the SMCT Dress Code Procedure.
• Maintain the 'Food Safety Plan and HACCP Management System' ensuring compliance at all times to legislative requirements
• Adhere to all local, state and federal laws and regulations in regards to workplace health and safety
• Take ownership for ensuring that all employees across the kitchen, café and florist comply with Workplace Health and Safety legislative requirements
• Ensure that all digital reporting platforms are maintained and updated with all incidents and that all records are kept up to date
• Monitor awareness and ensure that all employees understand and comprehend fire and evacuation procedures
• Other duties as directed

ABOUT YOU

• Minimum 2 years experience managing a team of employees within the Hospitality industry or equivalent.
• Current qualifications or certifications in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Proven experience in end to end management of corporate catering events.
• Availability during both weekdays and weekends.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of current food trends in Australian Retail Food service.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety practices and processes.
• Up to date knowledge of labour laws and health codes.
• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• A demonstrated customer centric approach.
• Professional presentation with a confident manner.
• Ability to work under pressure to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with exceptional time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to display initiative when required.
• Ability to be flexible to work across multiple SMCT locations.
• Valid Victorian Driver's Licence.

WORKING WITH US:

We offer a fulfilling career with exceptional personal and professional growth opportunities, along with a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• Leadership and Development programs
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Employee Health, Wellbeing and Assistance Programs including complimentary onsite physio services.
• A range of leave entitlements including:
  
  • 16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers and 6 weeks for secondary carers
  • Reproductive Health and Wellbeing leave
  • Gender Affirmation leave
  • Cultural/Ceremonial leave
  • The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Discounts available at our employee café and onsite florists.

Don’t meet every requirement? We still encourage you to apply – your unique strengths might be just what we need.

We care for our colleagues and the community we serve. To protect one another it is a requirement that all successful candidates complete background checks.

If you have any access requirements which restrict you from fully participating in our recruitment process, please contact ••••@smct.org.au so that we can discuss necessary adjustments.

We're reviewing applications as they come in and may remove this ad early once the position is filled, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

For more information on Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, please visit our website: www.smct.org.au.

SMCT is an equal opportunity employer and a Diversity Council Australia Member.