Vasco's Chargrill Chicken is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our team at our Beaumont Hills restaurant.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Chef who is passionate about producing high-quality food, maintaining excellent kitchen standards, and contributing to the ongoing success of a busy hospitality business.
About the Role
As our Chef, you will play a key role in managing day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring consistently high food quality, supervising kitchen staff, and assisting with menu development and cost control. You will work closely with senior management and the Restaurant Manager to deliver an outstanding dining experience for our customers.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Applicants must have:
- A Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
- A Diploma of Hospitality Management
- A minimum of one year of relevant post-qualification full-time experience as a Chef in Australia
- Excellent knowledge of food safety, kitchen operations, and commercial cookery practices
- Experience in Indian cuisine is highly desirable
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, design and modify restaurant menus in consultation with senior management, the Restaurant Manager and other kitchen staff
- Develop and introduce new recipes, discussing cooking methods and menu improvements with management
- Prepare and/or supervise the preparation of all menu items to ensure consistency and quality
- Supervise, guide and coordinate the activities of cooks and other kitchen staff
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the kitchen to ensure efficient food production
- Maintain consistent quality, presentation and timely service of all meals
- Manage food purchasing, stock rotation and storage of food and related items within temperature-controlled environments
- Order and requisition supplies to maintain smooth kitchen operations
- Minimise food wastage through effective planning and supervision of food preparation
- Implement quality control procedures to ensure food preparation and presentation consistently exceed customer expectations
- Respond to customer feedback relating to food quality and hygiene in consultation with the Restaurant Manager and in accordance with company policies
- Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen in compliance with NSW Food Safety Standards and relevant legislation
- Train, mentor and support cooks and junior kitchen staff, including demonstrating cooking techniques and equipment use
- Calculate food costs in consultation with the Restaurant Manager and assist in managing overall food cost budgets
- Liaise with the Restaurant Manager and senior management regarding daily restaurant operations and continuous improvement initiatives
We're Looking For Someone Who Is
- Passionate about delivering exceptional food and maintaining high culinary standards
- A strong leader with excellent organisational and communication skills
- Able to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Reliable, motivated and committed to continuous improvement
- Knowledgeable in food safety, stock control and kitchen management
- Able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required
What We Offer
- A supportive and professional working environment
- Opportunities to contribute to menu development and kitchen operations
- Flexible casual employment with competitive hourly rates
- Ongoing training and professional development
- The opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic hospitality business
Apply Now
If you meet the above qualifications and experience requirements and are looking to join a growing hospitality business, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your qualifications, relevant experience, and why you would be a great addition to the Vasco's Chargrill Chicken team.
Pay: From $33.05 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food
Education:
Experience:
- Cook/Chef: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
