About the role
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Chef/Kitchen Hand to join our team at Chim Thai Cove' in Hope Island, Queensland. This full-time position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment. As a Chef/Kitchen, you will play a crucial role in supporting our talented culinary team and ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen.

Responsibilities:

Plan and organise the preparation and cooking of food in dining and catering establishments. Monitoring the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation. Discussing food preparation issues with managers, dietitians and kitchen and waiting staff.

What you'll be doing

• Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies

• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales

• Study recipes and gather necessary ingredients

• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for cleanliness and functionality

• Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures

• Order and maintain an inventory of food and supplies

• Cook food in a timely manner

• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff

• Hire, train, and supervise cooks and other food preparation workers

• Experiment with recipes and suggest changes

• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area

• Check freshness of food and ingredients

• Coordinate activities of cooks and other food preparation workers

• Develop recipes and determine how to present the food

• Plan menus and ensure uniform serving sizes and quality of meals

• Ensure appealing plate presentation

• Supervise Cooks and assist as needed

• Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy)

• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items.

What we're looking for

Previous experience in a kitchen or food service environment is highly desirable, but not essential

A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to food safety and hygiene

The physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform various manual tasks

About us

Chim Thai Cove' is a Thai restaurant in the heart of Hope Island, Queensland. We pride ourselves on serving authentic, flavourful Thai cuisine made with the freshest ingredients. Our mission is to provide our customers with a truly exceptional dining experience, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join our team.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now.