Chef

About The Client

Barcella Restaurant, is located in Victoria Point, Queensland, a dining venue focused on delivering high-quality meals and consistent customer experiences. They are seeking an experienced Chef to support kitchen operations through professional food preparation, menu execution, and team coordination while maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and service.

The Role

The Chef is responsible for planning, preparing, and cooking meals, supervising kitchen activities, and ensuring all dishes meet presentation, taste, and food safety standards.

This is a full time role with an annual salary set between $75,00 to $80,000 plus superannuation.

The Responsibilities

Your tasks at the restaurant will consist of:

* Plan and prepare menu items in accordance with established recipes, seasonal availability, and customer expectations.
* Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard, ensuring quality, portion control, and visual appeal.
* Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during food preparation and service periods to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals.
* Monitor food quality at all stages of preparation and cooking to ensure consistency and compliance with restaurant standards.
* Assist with menu development, daily specials, and dish improvements in collaboration with management.
* Ensure all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards are followed in accordance with HACCP requirements.
* Manage stock levels, food storage, and rotation to minimise wastage and maintain freshness of ingredients.
* Order food supplies and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of quality ingredients.
* Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen work areas, equipment, and storage facilities.
* Train and support junior kitchen staff, providing guidance on cooking techniques, presentation, and safety procedures.

The Requirements:

* Minimum of 1.5 years' experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen environment.
* Minimum of 1.5 years' experience preparing and cooking a broad range of dishes in a high-volume or restaurant setting.
* Minimum of 1.5 years' experience supervising kitchen staff and coordinating kitchen operations.
* At least 1.5 years' experience in preparing and cooking pastas and pizzas
* At least 1.5 years' experience in preparing pizza dough from scratch
* At least 1.5 years' experience in preparing pastas and sauces from scratch
* Strong knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP principles, and workplace hygiene requirements.
* Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining food quality and presentation.
* Strong communication, leadership, and time-management skills.
* Ability to work a flexible roster including weekends and public holidays.
* Commitment to professionalism, teamwork, and high standards of food preparation.