EXTRACT
Location: Canterbury, Victoria
Job title: Chef
Type: Full-time
Remuneration: AU$80,000 plus superannuation
THE ROLE
BetweenUs Coffee Food Wine is looking for experienced Chef to join our team!
BetweenUs Coffee Food Wine is a welcoming café and licensed restaurant located in the heart of Canterbury's iconic Maling Road precinct. Established in 2012, BetweenUs has built a reputation for serving premium specialty coffee, fresh seasonal cuisine, and carefully selected wines in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Having around 50 seats, the café offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, featuring a menu that combines modern Australian flavours with high-quality local ingredients. In addition to everyday dining,
Trading 7 days in daytime and 4 nights every week, BetweenUs provides venue hire, catering and private function services for corporate events, celebrations and community gatherings. Guided by the philosophy, "Where Food, Wine, and Relationship Meet," BetweenUs is committed to delivering exceptional hospitality and creating memorable dining experiences for both local residents and visitors.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Plan, prepare and cook breakfast, lunch and dinner menu items to a consistently high standard.
· Develop and update seasonal menus in consultation with management.
· Create daily specials and introduce new dishes to enhance the customer experience.
· Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff, including cooks and kitchen hands.
· Allocate duties and monitor workflow to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
· Ensure all food is prepared and presented in accordance with established recipes and quality standards.
· Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation before service.
· Order, receive and manage food supplies and kitchen inventory.
· Minimise food waste through effective stock rotation and inventory control.
· Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations, including maintaining a clean and safe kitchen.
· Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, arranging repairs or maintenance where necessary.
· Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements.
· Train, mentor and develop junior kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking techniques.
· Work collaboratively with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service and customer satisfaction.
· Monitor food costs and assist in achieving budget and profitability targets.
· Accommodate customers' dietary requirements and food allergy requests where appropriate.
· Maintain accurate records of stock, food temperatures and food safety procedures.
· Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently during peak service periods.
· Contribute ideas to improve menu offerings, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
REQUIREMENTS
To be considered as a right candidate, you will need to demonstrate:
· Essentially minimum 2 years of full-time (or equivalent part-time) experience working as a Chef in a café, restaurant, or similar commercial kitchen.
· Relevant culinary qualification, such as a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, Diploma of Hospitality Management, or an equivalent overseas qualification (preferred, but not essential).
· Demonstrated experience in planning, preparing and cooking a wide range of dishes to a high standard.
· Experience in menu planning, recipe development and seasonal menu creation.
· Ability to supervise, train and lead kitchen staff effectively.
· Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards, including HACCP principles.
· Experience in stock ordering, inventory management and food cost control.
· Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining food quality and consistency.
· Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
· Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
· Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, public holidays and evenings.
· Commitment to delivering high-quality food and excellent customer service.
· Ability to maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment.
· Australian work rights or eligibility to obtain a suitable Australian work visa (if applicable).
BENEFITS
- Competitive industry wage.
- 5 weeks Annual Leave.
- Staff meal and uniform.
- Career development and progression.
- Be part of a close knit and dedicated team that are committed to excellence.
- Be part of a high-performance team who are truly passionate about delivering excellent customer service.
EMPLOYER QUESTIONS:
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years’ experiences do you have as a chef?
Are you able to work flexibly when required, including weekends, public holidays and evenings.
Which of the following cuisine types do you have experience with?
Pay: $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
