Job Brief:
We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef to join our Team.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a strong desire to create innovative, delicious dishes. They will also have a strong commitment to teamwork and a positive attitude.
If you are a motivated, creative individual with a passion for food, we want to hear from you!
Duties
- Develop, cultivate, and maintain positive collaborative relationships with the culinary team, maintaining high standards of quality, creativity, and consistency
- Conduct menu planning sessions, meetings and tastings
- Oversee and inspect food preparation and service
- Ensure that all employees follow facility standards and sanitation practices
- Assist in training employees
- Work closely with Group Executive Chef to understand organizational-wide goals
Responsibilities:
- Integrate culinary elements into restaurant menus and manage daily kitchen operations
- Educate and train kitchen staff on food handling, sanitation, and equipment operation; develop and document recipes, menu descriptions, and portion control standards
- Oversee menu development and revision, ordering, and inventory control
- Manage inventory, food purchasing, shipping, and storage
- Prepare kitchen for opening, including menu and recipe testing, equipment setup, and hiring
- Implement Standard Operating Procedures
Requirements And Skills:
- Exposure to Upscale & Fine Dining, Hotel & Restaurant.
- Have relevant qualification in culinary arts or related field
- 5+ years’ proven experience in a culinary leadership role
- Excellent leadership and motivational skills
- Excellent people management and training abilities
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong knowledge of all kitchen operations
- Willingness to travel and grow
Casa Nova is an employer that is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. We aim to build a team that is inclusive of people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, and ages. We also encourage veterans and individuals with different backgrounds to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Shellharbour NSW 2529: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- leadership or similar role: 4 years (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
