Qualified Chef - Full-Time

Barrow Kitchen & Bar is seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our established kitchen team.

Located in Mount Nathan, Barrow Kitchen offers a relaxed country atmosphere and serves high-quality Modern Australian cuisine from an open kitchen. Our restaurant accommodates up to 120 guests and regularly hosts functions and special events.

WHAT WE OFFER

-Competitive salary of $82,000 per annum plus superannuation

-Staff discounts and employee benefits

-A friendly and supportive working environment

-Opportunities for professional development and career progression

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a hands-on position requiring a qualified Chef who can perform effectively in a busy commercial kitchen and consistently prepare high-quality food.

Within Barrow Kitchen’s small, owner-operated structure, this position carries the internal title of Head Chef. The role includes responsibility for food and supply ordering, stock monitoring and reporting kitchen matters directly to the Director/Owner. The Director/Owner retains responsibility for overall business management, staffing and final operational decisions.

KEY DUTIES INCLUDE:

-Preparing and cooking menu items consistently in a fast-paced commercial kitchen

-Assisting the Director/Owner with menu planning and estimating food and labour costs

-Managing food and supply orders and monitoring stock levels

-Reporting stock, ordering and kitchen issues directly to the Director/Owner

-Monitoring the quality and presentation of dishes during preparation and service

-Discussing food-preparation and service issues with management, kitchen employees and front-of-house staff

-Demonstrating cooking techniques and providing practical guidance to kitchen employees when required

-Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient workstation

-Supporting effective teamwork during preparation and service

-Complying with all food-safety, hygiene and HACCP requirements

-Applying sound technical knowledge across a variety of cooking methods and menu styles

-Assisting with the induction and training of kitchen employees when required

-Storing, rotating, freezing and preserving food correctly to maintain quality and minimise waste

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant must have:

-A relevant qualification equivalent to an Australian Certificate III or higher in Commercial Cookery

-At least two years of relevant professional experience as a Chef

-Experience working in a busy commercial kitchen

-Strong cooking, time-management and organisational skills

-Sound knowledge of food ordering, stock control and cost management

-High standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety

-An understanding of HACCP and food-safety requirements

-Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

-A reliable work ethic and a positive, professional attitude

-Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including weekends, evenings and public holidays as required

APPLY NOW

If you are a qualified and experienced Chef who takes pride in producing high-quality food, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience.