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Chef Positions at Plonk Beach Café

Located at The Spit Bridge in Mosman, Plonk Beach Café is overlooking the beautiful Middle harbour. We are a fast-paced seafood restaurant with a fully licensed bar. 

Plonk Beach Cafe is looking for a qualified and experienced Chef.

Culture and Benefits

• Annual salary $55.000 - $65.000 + super
• Opportunities for career growth and progression
• High standards and accredited training provided

About the Role:

Your duties and responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Supervision and participation of daily food production of approved menu
• Menu Planning as per customer demand and market requirements within the company budget.
• Responsible for ordering and maintaining food stock, food portion control, waste management, and stock purchase (receipt and storage)
• Ability to accurately cost and monitor production efficiency of menu items
• Ability to monitor sales mix, customer demand, and conduct special promotions.
• Ability to accurately monitor par levels of the food stock, kitchen equipment and inform management of additional stock requirements as needed.
• Ensuring that all food is cooked properly and served on time and that is presented correctly.
• Able to handle equipment, appliances, small wares, supplies, and tools effectively and as per requirements.
• Ensure consistent and smooth running of food preparation.
• Ability to manage temperature checks, cleaning charts, and food freshness
• Work to set guidelines and ensure food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation are always maintained to a high standard
• Supervising the kitchen staff and train new staffs as required
• Supervise and assist with clean up after service.
• Understanding application of food safety and HACCP systems
• Assist in achieving consistent GP and wage results.
• Maintain high kitchen standards in all areas of operation, food hygiene and safety, food quality, and preparation.
• Interpret and analyse all kitchen information including kitchen reports, audits, and documentation to mitigate risks and problems and ensure compliance obligations are being met.
• Improve operational efficiency of the kitchen by adhering to and improving kitchen policy and process.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure during busy service times.

About you

The successful candidate must satisfy the following criteria:

• Trade Certificate IV of Cookery
• 3 years’ experience in a chef’s position
• Experience in a multi-function venue
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Other details:

Job Type: Full Time, permanent

Salary: AUD 55,000 - AUD 60,000 per year plus superannuation

We are open Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for Lunch from 11:30 am and Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for dinner from 5:30 pm. 

Please apply via email: enquiries@plonkcafe.com.au with a resume showing your experience.