Frankie's Food is a beloved local spot in Glenhaven, known for its warm atmosphere, fresh ingredients, and deliciously crafted meals. Whether you're stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or a quick coffee, we're dedicated to providing our customers with exceptional food and friendly service.
Our menu includes a variety of options that cater to all tastes, making us a go-to destination for locals and visitors alike.
We are seeking an experienced Chef who can oversee the kitchen by effectively managing other kitchen and food preparation team members whilst deciding what dishes to serve and adjusting orders to meet guests' requests.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of different varieties of foods and ingredients, communication skills, and the ability to accept customer feedback to improve future experiences.
This role requires strong leadership and organizational skills to plan and direct food preparation, cooking, and presentation in a busy fast-paced setting from entrees to mains.
Responsibilities Include:
• Plan and direct food preparation, cooking, and presentation in a busy fast paced setting from entrees to mains, including fresh house-made pastas, a wide variety of traditional pizzas, breads, etc.
• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans, and kitchen scales.
• Work with Cooks and other kitchen staffs for efficient provisioning and purchasing of supplies.
• Work with the Director to plan the menus that are flavourful and popular with customers.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and other food preparation workers.
• Monitor and ensure food quality, quantity, taste and presentation are in accordance to the menu and customer preference at all times.
• Perform food preparation tasks and to check quality/presentation of orders to make sure food is cooked consistently and properly.
• Plan work on orders so that items served together are finished at the same time.
• Ensure kitchen is kept to a high standard by providing a clean, hygienic environment for the preparation and delivery of meals
• Assist the Director to conduct recruitment activities for cook and other food preparation workers including making shortlist, interview and selecting candidates
• Stock and maintain adequate levels of food product at line stations.
• Advise on cooking methods and practices.
• Assist and support the Director in routine and specific tasks.
• Enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations.
Suitable Qualifications include: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2).
A minimum of 3 years of work experience is also required.
The ideal candidate must be able to handle busy service and ensure quality of food is maintained while working in a fast-paced environment.
Salary: $70,000 - $75,000