CHEF – Indian Restaurant – St Kilda, VIC
Kogan People Solutions are working to assist our client who runs a busy, Indian inspired restaurant located in St Kilda, Victoria. Providing “Perfectly Flavoursome Indian Cuisine” at its finest, our client is known for their adventurous cooking and wide array of herbs and spices.
The menu centres around dishes cooked on the open barbecue, and sensational curries. Open throughout the week, they use the finest and most aromatic flavoured & traditional spices in preparing vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. All menu items are cooked with genuine style and accuracy and presented with warmth and appeal.
Our client is now seeking a new chef to join and lead their happy and productive kitchen team. A top salary negotiable in the range $70k to $80k plus superannuation per annum is on offer and the role is full time and ongoing, requiring shifts across the week and weekend.
Responsibilities of our Chef will include:

• Lead, guide and inspire the kitchen team to deliver the best results
• Supervise (and participate in) the preparation of all meals
• Manage kitchen consumables, stock takes, ordering, cost control and budgeting
• In consultation with the Management team, develop, test, and introduce new menu items
• Compliance with OH&S and Food Safety standards
• Work alongside the management team

About you:

• You have a passion for the hospitality industry and are up to date on techniques and food trends.
• You can demonstrate an uncompromising attitude towards flavour and presentation of the highest quality, whilst aligning and motivating a cohesive and hardworking team environment.
• Are empathetic to those around you and work well under pressure.

To be successfully considered for the role, you:

• Possess excellent relevant post-secondary cookery related qualifications, to at least Diploma level or agreed substitute.
• Have at least 2 or more years professional experience since earning your qualifications.
• Are available across the working week and weekends.
• Offer proven ability to prioritise, set goals and have the determination to achieve them.
• Possess a thorough understanding of food safety and HACCP.
• Understand cost control, time management, prioritization, and cost-efficient procurement practices.
• Have substantial experience working in a similar cuisine and professional environment
• Are an excellent people manager able to get the most out of your team.

Interested?
This is an ideal opportunity for a Chef seeking their next worthy and valuable role. In addition to a top salary, per annum, there are excellent conditions and first-rate facilities awaiting the successful applicant.
Applications
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Kogan People Solutions are grateful for all applications, but kindly note that they will only respond to shortlisted applicants.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Maternity leave
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Are you an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident? If not, please advise how you meet the working rights thresholds mentioned in our listing. For example, your visa details, Thank you!

Education:

• Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• Chef: 2 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person