Ultimo Catering & Events Pty Ltd

Ultimo Catering & Events is a highly recognised innovative market leader in the Perth catering and events industry. For over 25 years we have been providing specialty food and associated catering services to a wide range of corporate and private clients.

Setting the standard for Perth catering, Ultimo Catering & Events have established an enviable reputation for delivering fresh & modern cuisine, with ingredients sourced from WA’s finest local and regional produce. Innovative, Inspiring + Intelligent cuisine is at the core of our success.

We are a dynamic, creative, and innovative organisation with a focus on delivering exceptional end-to-end hospitality experiences, functions & events.

The Opportunity

This full-time Chef role will be a hands on position as part of our kitchen team. You will work closely with our existing executive chef and sous chefs.

The position is for an experienced chef with 5 years or more in fine dining and high-end international hotels background.

The position is responsible for looking after daily operations of our kitchen and maintaining the high level of quality food associated with our brand, as well as managing stock, food costs and budgets.

You will work closely with the sales team to ensure seamless organisation of functions and events, and occasionally our marketing / business development team on new menus and unique event experiences.

Major responsibilities include:

Supervising kitchen team and food preparation, including discussing associated issues with supervisors and kitchen staff

Ensuring that all food items are prepared as per standard recipe cards whilst maintaining portion control and minimizing waste

Ensuring that food stock levels are of sufficient quantity and quality in relevance to the function forecasts

Involve in Menu planning

Actively involved in all financial budgets and goals

Enforcing all Food Safety Policies and Procedures

Training Kitchen Staff and advising on cooking techniques

Responding to and handling any client feedback

Quarterly Stock Take

Required to travel for large event (a few times per year)

Ensuring all chefs are always in clean, tidy uniforms and are a presentable representation of our brand

Working with suppliers to ensure best pricing and quality of product

Essential for Success

This is a rare and unique opportunity for an exceptional chef with great organisational skills and a passion for food, seeking to work in a dynamic and innovative industry. Your expertise incorporating new and innovative ideas and willingness to embrace new trends and ways of working will set you up for success. Along with a solid hands on foundation in running large kitchens and being accountable for costs.

Relevant qualification or at least 3 years of relevant industry experience in a similar role

Minimum 5 years as a Chef or similar role in fine dining and high-end international hotels

Experience managing food costs, budgets and stock levels

A passion for food and hospitality

Good general computer and administration skills

Annual Salary Package range $75,000 – 80,000 plus superannuation