About the role
King of Sfiha is seeking an experienced and passionate Lebanese Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team in Bankstown, NSW. This is a full-time position that offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise whilst working in a fast-paced hospitality environment. As Chef, you will play a central role in maintaining the quality and consistency of our food offerings, directly contributing to our reputation for excellence and customer satisfaction. Your leadership in the kitchen will be integral to our success and growth.
What you'll be doing
- Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes to the highest standard, ensuring consistency with established recipes and presentation guidelines
- Managing kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating and quality control throughout service
- Overseeing inventory management, including ordering, receiving and storage of food and kitchen supplies
- Maintaining rigorous food safety and hygiene standards in compliance with health and safety regulations
- Training, supervising and mentoring junior kitchen staff to ensure they meet company standards
- Collaborating with management to develop new menu items and seasonal specials that align with our culinary vision
- Managing food costs and waste to maximise profitability whilst maintaining quality
- Responding promptly to customer feedback and making adjustments to ensure customer satisfaction
What we're looking for
- Proven experience working as a Chef in a professional kitchen environment, preferably in a fast-paced hospitality setting
- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods and culinary best practices
- Demonstrated expertise in Middle Eastern or Mediterranean cuisine is highly desirable
- Excellent understanding of food safety standards and health and hygiene regulations
- Strong leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to motivate and develop junior staff
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining high standards of quality
- Sound organisational and time management skills with attention to detail
- Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required
- Relevant culinary qualifications or certifications are preferred
What we offer
- Competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications
- Full-time employment with stable and regular hours
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative kitchen environment
- A positive workplace culture that values creativity, excellence and teamwork
- Meals and staff benefits as part of our commitment to employee wellbeing
About us
King of Sfiha is a new restaurant opening at the end of this month. its a respected hospitality establishment in Bankstown dedicated to delivering exceptional food and service to our valued customers. We specialise in authentic and delicious Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly our renowned sfiha offerings. Our mission is to provide a welcoming dining experience where quality food, warm hospitality and genuine care for our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, using quality ingredients and time-honoured cooking methods to create memorable meals.
To apply now, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your culinary experience and why you would be an excellent fit for this position.
Pay: $70,284.49 – $86,333.02 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
