Chef
- Plan and prepare seasonal menus reflecting diverse offerings.
- Supervise kitchen staff and ensure efficient workflow.
- Monitor food quality and maintain high standards of hygiene.
Rumour Has It Cafe
Position: Chef
Position Type: Full-time
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: $79,600.00 per annum plus superannuation
Location: 2 Monteath Ave, Hawthorn East VIC 3123
About Us - Rumour Has It Cafe
Rumour Has It is a welcoming and vibrant cafe located at 2 Monteath Ave, Hawthorn East, Victoria, and operated by JVGL Enterprises Pty Ltd trading as The Sycamore Group Australia. The cafe is known for its quality food, freshly prepared dishes, specialty coffee, and warm hospitality, offering a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience for breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
Situated in the heart of Hawthorn East, Rumour Has It Cafe caters to local residents, families, professionals, and visitors to the surrounding area. The cafe focuses on using quality ingredients and serving modern cafe favorites in a friendly and inviting environment, with an emphasis on good food, excellent coffee, and genuine customer service.
What We're Looking For?
We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to join our team at Rumour Has It, contributing to our commitment to delivering high-quality food and memorable dining experiences. The successful candidate will have a strong passion for cooking, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a professional kitchen team while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan and prepare seasonal menus that reflect diverse offerings of business.
- Develop, test, and refine recipes to ensure consistency, flavor, and presentation
- Monitor food quality at all stages of preparation and service to ensure dishes meet established standards
- Ensure correct portioning, plating, and timely service during high-volume breakfast and brunch periods
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of kitchen staff, including cooks and kitchen hands, to ensure efficient workflow and service delivery
- Train junior kitchen staff in food preparation techniques, kitchen procedures, and health and safety standards
- Oversee stock control, including ordering ingredients, monitoring inventory levels, minimizing waste, and ensuring proper storage
- Liaise with management on menu planning, seasonal changes, and cost control to maintain profitability and quality
- Support a positive team culture aligned with hospitality-focused values and commitment to customer satisfaction
Skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong understanding of Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) and food hygiene standards.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum 1 year of full-time relevant experience in a commercial kitchen or similar hospitality environment.
- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher relevant qualification in Culinary Arts or Kitchen Management.
Ready to Join Us?
Bring your skills, passion, and positive energy to Rumour Has It and become part of a team that loves great food and great people.
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