Chef

Job description:

Chef – Full-Time

Punjab Curry Club – Wellington Point, QLD
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: A$73,000 – A$78,000 per year
Work Location: In person
Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

Punjab Curry Club (ABN 22 065 315 299), located in Wellington Point, QLD, is seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Chef with a passion for preparing high-quality food and contributing to the efficient day-to-day operation of our kitchen.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must have:

• An Advanced Diploma, Diploma or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery/Kitchen Management, or a relevant equivalent qualification.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience, or equivalent experience to supplement the qualification.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• A sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a busy kitchen team.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes in accordance with menu specifications, quality standards and customer preferences.
• Planning and developing menus.
• Monitoring food quality, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Requisitioning food stock, ingredients, materials, supplies and kitchen equipment.
• Checking the quality of ingredients and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Supervising and coordinating kitchen hands and other workers engaged in food preparation.
• Planning, directing and supervising food preparation and cooking activities.
• Analysing recipes and assisting in determining menu prices based on food, labour and overhead costs.
• Ensuring meals are prepared and served in a timely manner while maintaining consistent quality.
• Liaising with kitchen staff, food service staff and restaurant management regarding customer orders and general kitchen operations.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic working environment.
• Ensuring the proper storage of food and appropriate cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment, utensils and implements.
• Following workplace health and safety, accident prevention, first-aid and emergency procedures.
• Maintaining appropriate food safety and hygiene standards throughout kitchen operations.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements are invited to submit a copy of their updated resume/CV for consideration.

Please ensure your application includes details of your relevant qualifications and work experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.