About

Job description:
Experienced Cook – Join Our Award-Winning Team
Culinary PRS Pty Ltd
Zahli Restaurant is a multi-award-winning, contemporary Middle Eastern restaurant delivering an unrivalled dining experience in the heart of Sydney. At Zahli, we don’t just serve food – we craft unforgettable experiences rooted in culture, creativity, and culinary excellence.
Location: Shop 1, 85 Harrington Street, The Rocks, NSW 2000
More about us: www.zahlirestaurant.com
The Role:
We are looking for a skilled, experienced and friendly cook to join our elite team! This position plays a big role in creating the best dishes. Your ultimate goal should be to provide an exceptional culinary experience. This is a full-time opportunity for an enthusiastic, hardworking and reliable person.
This is a full-time role.
Key Responsibilities:
• Preparation and estimate of F&B costs
• Preparation of raw material (RM) to semi-finished good (SFG) to finished good (FG)
• Solid experience in working with high end commercial kitchen equipment such as but not limited to chargrill, deep fryers, oven, robo-coupe blixer
• Prepare the ingredients for cooking
• Seasoning food and other ingredients in preparation for cooking
• Examine food materials to ensure the highest quality
• Portion control and quantities for from raw material to platting including garnishes and sauces
• Work efficiently to minimise food waste
• Perform frequent checks on products to ensure consistent high-quality preparation and food quality
• Prepare dishes to meet special dietary requirements
• Ensure all commercial kitchen equipment and areas are well maintained
• Strive to meet target in accordance with the management team
• Must be available to work evenings and both days at the weekends (peak periods)
• Ensure sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas at all times
• Train subordinate and trainee staff
• Adhere to all relevant NSW health department rules/regulations and all customer service guidelines
• Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times
• Perform other related duties as required
About You – Skills & Qualifications:
• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a cook
• Holds at least AQF Certificate III or AQF Certificate IV in commercial cookery
• Experience in middle eastern cuisine will be considered a plus
• Excellent English speaking and writing skills
• Cooperate with all wait and kitchen staff
• Food safety and hygiene training
• Previous experience in a fine-dining venue
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Reliable and motivated
• Good Team player
• Good time-management skills
• Can do attitude
• Excellent management, interpersonal and communication and leadership skills
• Fast learner
• Good physical condition
• Customer-centric
• Police check
What We Offer:
• Annual Salary Package: Base Salary + Superannuation
• Work in a high-performance kitchen with a professional and supportive team
• Opportunity to be part of a respected and growing hospitality brand
Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
• Chef: 2 years (Required)
Work Authorisation:
• Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: AU$77,000.00 – AU$90,000.00 per year