Head Chef and Cook
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Ballarat, VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
A new Italian-inspired restaurant in Ballarat is assembling its kitchen team. This Head Chef and Cook listing includes opportunities for a Head Chef, Chefs, Cooks and Kitchen Hands, with duties suited to the position applied for.
The Head Chef will guide operations and menu direction, supported by practical cooking, stock management and communication across the kitchen. Relevant experience and culinary capability must be verifiable. Employer sponsorship may be available for eligible applicants, subject to skills, experience and applicable visa requirements.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead kitchen operations and coordinate the team
- Prepare and present Italian and European-inspired dishes consistently
- Develop menus, recipes, seasonal dishes and specials
- Manage preparation, purchasing, ordering and rotation while monitoring inventory, costs and resources
- Plan labour to support efficient kitchen operations
- Train, guide and support colleagues
- Maintain accurate and consistent kitchen procedures
- Observe food safety, hygiene and workplace standards and maintain clean, safe and organised premises
- Remain efficient during busy service
- Communicate with management and promote a positive team culture
Requirements & Eligibility
- Relevant commercial kitchen experience that can be verified
- Minimum 3 years as a senior chef or Head Chef for Head Chef applicants
- Previous Chef, Cook or Kitchen Hand experience for other roles
- Demonstrable culinary skills and professional background
- Italian or modern European cooking experience is highly regarded
- Relevant culinary qualifications or recognised trade training are advantageous
- Leadership and communication strengths for senior positions
- Knowledge of food costing, purchasing, stock management and kitchen operations
- Understanding of hygiene and food safety with consistent standards in a busy environment
- Reliability, organisation and professionalism with effective kitchen teamwork
- Availability for required hospitality shifts including evenings and weekends
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