Senior Chef / Chef
Onshore applicants only
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Brisbane, QLD, Australia · Full-Time · $78,000 - $80,000/yr · Visa: Employer sponsored · Applicants: Onshore applicants only
Chefs with a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent may like this Brisbane vacancy. A long-running bar and restaurant known for good food, high service standards and satisfied customers is hiring an experienced, motivated Senior Chef / Chef for its kitchen team on a full-time basis.
You would work closely with the Head Chef and share in running the kitchen from day to day, from preparation and cooking to coordinating service and keeping the food excellent. Applicants must hold current Australian work rights at the time of application. For the right candidate who meets every other requirement, sponsorship opportunities are available.
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Key Responsibilities
- Help the Head Chef with the day's kitchen tasks and with setting up for service
- Prepare, cook and present dishes that meet the venue's standards
- Support smooth service at lunch, at dinner and at weekends
- Keep food quality, taste, portions and presentation consistent
- Contribute to menu preparation, food planning and kitchen flow
- Check stock levels and storage, flag what must be ordered, and cut down wastage
- Make sure food is handled, prepared and stored as food safety rules require
- Keep the kitchen clean and hygienic, and follow workplace health and safety standards
- Guide junior kitchen staff, and cooperate with front-of-house to give customers a positive experience
Requirements & Eligibility
- Minimum 2–3 years' relevant experience as a Chef or Senior Chef
- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent qualification
- Strong commercial kitchen and food preparation knowledge
- Able to assist the Head Chef with the kitchen's daily needs
- Able to cope with pressure in a fast-paced restaurant and bar
- Attention to detail, presentation and consistency
- Good communication and teamwork, plus a reliable, professional and positive attitude
- Understands food safety, hygiene and workplace safety
- Available flexibly, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
- Holds current Australian work rights at the time of application
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