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Chef

Esperance By The Sea Pty Ltd t/a The Quarters Esperance

Chef (ANZSCO: 351311 - Chef)

Full-time/Permanent

$76,000 - $80,000 (salary will be commensurate to qualifications and experience)

Duties and responsibilities:
*Prepare and properly present food for regular service and functions
*Supervise and coordinate activities of kitchen staff
*Collaborate with Restaurant Manager to plan and develop recipes and menus, considering factors such as seasonal availability of ingredients, the likely number of customers, portion size and final menu price
*Provide costings of new menu items
*Check the quantity and quality of received products to ensure correct items are as ordered and standards are met
*Monitor and maintain stock levels to reduce wastage
*Inspect equipment, work areas and general supplies to ensure conformance to established health and safety standards
*Instruct and train other kitchen workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation, etc. of food
*Monitor and enforce sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations
*Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
*Assist in recruitment and induction of kitchen staff
*Discuss with the Restaurant Manager any equipment purchases and repairs required
*Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties and banquets
*Other managerial tasks associated with the operation of the kitchen, as required

Qualifications and Experience:
*Relevant AQF Diploma
*3 years of relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications
*Applicants with qualifications will need to demonstrate 2 years of relevant experience