Experienced Chef
Employer: Menaco Pty Ltd t/a Caness
Location: Paddington, NSW 2021
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: AU$80,000 per annum plus superannuation
About Caness
Menaco Pty Ltd t/a Caness is a contemporary Middle Eastern and Mediterranean tapas restaurant located in the heart of Paddington, Sydney. Brought to you by the team behind Shaffa, Caness celebrates bold flavours, premium seasonal produce, and the joy of sharing food. Inspired by Spanish-style tapas with Middle Eastern and Mediterranean influences, our menu features charcoal-grilled dishes, house-made breads, fresh seafood, and creative share plates, complemented by a carefully curated wine and cocktail list. We are committed to delivering exceptional food, warm hospitality, and memorable dining experiences in a vibrant neighbourhood setting.
As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a passionate and experienced Chef to join our talented kitchen team.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Head Chef to design seasonal menus, forecast ingredient requirements, and manage purchasing within budget.
- Supervise food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure consistency, quality, and timely service.
- Liaise with kitchen and front-of-house teams to coordinate service and resolve operational issues.
- Oversee the use of cooking equipment, ensuring correct temperatures and safe operation.
- Prepare dishes in accordance with dietary requirements and customer preferences.
- Maintain correct storage of all food items, including temperature control and rotation.
- Monitor kitchen hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and internal policies.
- Assist with staff training and mentoring to uphold service and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate records of stock usage and order requirements.
- Perform any additional tasks as directed by the Head Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
Qualifications & Essential Skills
- Diploma in Commercial Cookery or at least 3 years of relevant experience.
- Minimum 1 year of commercial kitchen chef experience.
- Proven ability to manage kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong knowledge of food safety practices, cost control, and inventory management.
- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP principles.
- Experience preparing Middle Eastern, Mediterranean or tapas-style cuisine will be highly regarded.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
- Strong organisational, communication and teamwork skills.
Pay: $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
