About

H & J PRIME GROUP PTY LTD, located in the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant CBD, our venue is a unique culinary destination, housing two distinct restaurants under one roof. We bring together diverse flavors, innovative cooking styles, and exceptional service to create an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. Our team is passionate about fresh, high-quality ingredients, creative menu development, and delivering excellence in every dish.

Qualifications & Experience: Relevant formal culinary qualifications with at least 1 year of related work experience in a commercial kitchen environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Plan, design, and update menus in collaboration with the Head Chef, incorporating seasonal produce and customer feedback.
- Manage kitchen budgets, monitor food costs, and negotiate with suppliers for the best quality and value.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure timely preparation and service of high-quality dishes.
- Maintain exceptional standards in food presentation, taste, and portion control.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and occupational health and safety regulations.
- Train, mentor, and supervise junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Develop and implement new recipes, cooking methods, and presentation ideas to keep menus innovative.
- Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service during busy periods.
- Monitor stock levels and implement efficient stock rotation practices to minimise waste.
- Oversee special event catering and private functions held at the venue.
- Adapt menus and service styles for both restaurants, catering to different culinary themes and customer preferences.

Salary: AUD $75,000 – $80,000 + Superannuation
Only eligible and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.