Chef

Location: SOUTH BRIGHTON, SA

Salary: $80,001 - $100,000

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

• Plan, develop and regularly update brunch and dinner menus reflecting Cafe Brio's Italian Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
• Design seasonal specials and introduce new dishes using quality and responsibly sourced ingredients.
• Prepare, cook and present a wide range of high-quality dishes to the required standard.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, presentation and portion control across all menu items.
• Supervise and coordinate daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and timely service.
• Lead, train, mentor and supervise chefs, cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Allocate kitchen duties and prepare staff rosters according to operational requirements.
• Establish and maintain standard recipes, preparation procedures and plating standards.
• Order, receive and inspect food, produce and other kitchen supplies to ensure quality and freshness.
• Monitor stock levels and maintain appropriate inventory to support uninterrupted kitchen operations.
• Control food costs, portion sizes and wastage to improve kitchen efficiency and profitability.
• Ensure food preparation and storage comply with Australian food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Maintain appropriate food handling, temperature control, cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Monitor the quality and consistency of dishes during service and take corrective action where required.
• Work closely with management and front-of-house staff to coordinate smooth service operations.
• Develop and refine menu items in response to seasonal availability, customer feedback and business requirements.
• Assist management with catering, functions and special-event menus where required.
• Monitor customer feedback relating to food quality and use feedback to improve menu offerings and kitchen performance.
• Maintain a clean, organised, safe and well-equipped kitchen at all times.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained in good working condition.
• Assist with kitchen budgeting, purchasing and cost-control initiatives.
• Ensure the kitchen team operates efficiently during busy brunch and dinner services.

Minimum Requirements Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for the position:

• At least Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Kitchen Management or a related culinary qualification, or substantial relevant industry experience.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience as a Chef, including experience in a professional café, restaurant or commercial kitchen environment.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and presenting Italian Mediterranean-inspired or contemporary café and restaurant cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of fresh produce, Mediterranean ingredients, cooking methods, flavour combinations and contemporary food presentation.
• Proven ability to develop, cost and execute menus to a consistently high standard.
• Demonstrated experience supervising, training and mentoring kitchen staff.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, portion control, stock management and kitchen cost control.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation during busy service periods.
• Thorough understanding of Australian food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with management and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness and customer satisfaction.