HEAD CHEF OPPORTUNITY

Great opportunity for a Head Chef to join the Gourmet en Counter Pty Ltd group overseeing Surfers Paradise institution “Longboards Laidback Eatery & Bar”.

Working closely with the management team and company director the Head Chef will be responsible for the day to day running of the kitchen operations ensuring the highest quality and consistency of food, along with:

Providing hands on motivational leadership and structure in the kitchen

Drive cohesion with the front of house team so that the operation has a guest focus.

Manage kitchen wage cost control through rostering, timesheet management ongoing review

Training and development of chefs, kitchen hands and apprentices

Ensuring minimal wastage and achieving Food Cost in line with the restaurants budget

Monthly stocktake and stock control

Working closely with and supporting the Venue manager to ensure guest expectations are exceeded.

Working with the company director to review and provide continual development of the menu in line with the menu direction and to achieve desired gross margins

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or similar qualification.

Experience in fast paced restaurants.

Enjoy working in both a team and independently.

Punctual and available to work flexible hours.

Passionate and committed to growing the team, the venue and to growing your own professional learning and development.

BENEFITS

We offer a highly supportive and fun work environment, plus the opportunity for professional growth through our extensive hospitality operations. Benefits include:

Generous starting salary package of $85,000.00 (Introductory) plus bonuses and salary increase opportunities.

Early finishes (Kitchen closes 8pm daily).

Fully paid educational days.

Generous discounts at our other venues.

Access to training and development.

APPLICATIONS

Apply online today if this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you!

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

Kitchen: 5 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:

Australia