Cook/Chef/Cafe Manager

Soul Food Mindarie Pty Ltd

Cook (ANZSCO: ****** - Cook)

Full-time/Permanent

$80,000 - $85,000 (higher salary will be considered commensurate to qualifications and experience)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients and menu items for daily service.
• Follow recipes, portion guidelines and presentation standards.
• Prepare meals to meet customers’ dietary requirements.
• Prepare and store meat, poultry, vegetables and other ingredients in accordance with kitchen procedures.
• Keep the kitchen clean and operate appliances and equipment safely.
• Replenish ingredients and supplies during service, checking that items meet required standards.
• Use and maintain equipment at the cooking station correctly.
• Follow health, safety and food hygiene requirements at all times.
• Clean and sanitise kitchen work areas.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant AQF Cert III including 2 years of on-the-job experience or Cert IV
• Applicants with qualifications must demonstrate 1 year of relevant experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience may replace the requirement of having a qualification.

Chef (ANZSCO: ****** - Chef)

Full-time/Permanent

$80,000 - $85,000 (higher salary will be considered commensurate to qualifications and experience)

Duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare and properly present food for regular service and functions
• Supervise and coordinate activities of kitchen staff
• Collaborate with Cafe Manager to plan and develop recipes and menus, considering factors such as seasonal availability of ingredients, the likely number of customers, portion size and final menu price
• Provide costings of new menu items
• Check the quantity and quality of received products to ensure correct items are as ordered and standards are met
• Monitor and maintain stock levels to reduce wastage
• Inspect equipment, work areas and general supplies to ensure conformance to established health and safety standards
• Instruct and train other kitchen workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation, etc. of food
• Monitor and enforce sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations
• Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
• Assist in recruitment and induction of kitchen staff
• Discuss with the Cafe Manager any equipment purchases and repairs required
• Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties and banquets
• Other managerial tasks associated with the operation of the kitchen, as required

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant AQF Diploma and minimum 1-year relevant experience.

Cafe Manager (ANZSCO: ****** - Cafe or Restaurant Manager)

Full-time/Permanent

$80,000 - $85,000 (higher salary will be considered commensurate to qualifications and experience)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and oversee the Cafe’s daily operations, setting service goals and coordinating activities during each shift.
• Assess staffing needs, recruit employees, prepare rosters and ensure adequate coverage for service.
• Train, supervise and coach staff to maintain consistent service and workplace standards.
• Ensure staff follow Cafe procedures, security requirements and applicable alcohol service regulations.
• Monitor food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety practices across the kitchen and dining areas.
• Oversee food and beverage service, checking that dishes meet recipe, portion and presentation standards.
• Work with the Chef to plan menus, taking account of customer demand, ingredient costs and operational requirements.
• Analyse food and beverage costs, set menu prices and monitor portion sizes and preparation volumes to minimise waste.
• Prepare and review budgets, track expenses and implement measures to control operating costs.
• Monitor sales and revenue, assess performance against targets and identify opportunities to improve results.
• Forecast food, beverage and non-food supply needs, manage stock levels and place orders with suppliers.
• Negotiate purchase prices and maintain relationships with preferred suppliers.
• Respond to customer enquiries and complaints promptly to maintain service quality.
• Plan and supervise marketing and promotional activities to attract customers and support sales.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant AQF Diploma and 1-year relevant experience.