5 little pigs is a small coastal café and restaurant that serves Swell Coffee brewed on the South Coast of New South Wales in Huskisson. Committed to providing the only best and nutritional food, 5 Little pigs source their ingredients locally to create delicious, unique and healthy options for their customers. Their menu is comprised of unique flavours and combinations from various inspirations, thus, creating an establishment you’re sure to come back to.
The Role
5 Little Pigs is looking for a Chef who can oversee the restaurant's kitchen by effectively managing other kitchen and food preparation team members whilst deciding what dishes to serve and adjusting orders to meet guests' requests.
All work will be conducted in a fully functioning, very clean and organised kitchen. Applicants must have the ability to work well under pressure and time constraints, with knowledge of different varieties of foods and ingredients, communication skills, and the ability to accept customer feedback to improve future experiences.
Duties
· Cooks guests' orders according to their preferences;
· Employs food safety best practices and makes sure that all kitchen staff members do the same;
· Acts with appropriate caution in a dangerous environment where there are knives and high-temperature surfaces;
· Selects choice ingredients that will give dishes the best flavour;
· Determines how much food to order and maintains an appropriate supply at the restaurant with regular stock takes being conducted;
· Works efficiently and effectively during busy periods, such as weekends and large functions;
· Occasionally takes on extra duties, such as cleaning, when the kitchen is short-staffed, or the restaurant is particularly busy;
· Takes direction and works with the restaurant's administrative team;
Qualifications and Requirements
· Relevant qualifications required however, 3 years of relevant experience may substitute for the qualification;
· Have at least 3 years of experience as a chef in a similar restaurant;
· Planning menu and creating new dishes;
· Oversee pre-planning requirements of food and ordering required supply;
· Ensure quality dishes are prepared and presented;
· Manage kitchen including requirements for more staff and be responsible to train them;
· Have experience in upholding the proper health and safety requirements in the kitchen;
· Have experience in studying the current situation in the industry to ensure the business is working in accordance with the demands of the market.
Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply.
Salary: $70,000 to $80,000
The Role
5 Little Pigs is looking for a Chef who can oversee the restaurant's kitchen by effectively managing other kitchen and food preparation team members whilst deciding what dishes to serve and adjusting orders to meet guests' requests.
All work will be conducted in a fully functioning, very clean and organised kitchen. Applicants must have the ability to work well under pressure and time constraints, with knowledge of different varieties of foods and ingredients, communication skills, and the ability to accept customer feedback to improve future experiences.
Duties
· Cooks guests' orders according to their preferences;
· Employs food safety best practices and makes sure that all kitchen staff members do the same;
· Acts with appropriate caution in a dangerous environment where there are knives and high-temperature surfaces;
· Selects choice ingredients that will give dishes the best flavour;
· Determines how much food to order and maintains an appropriate supply at the restaurant with regular stock takes being conducted;
· Works efficiently and effectively during busy periods, such as weekends and large functions;
· Occasionally takes on extra duties, such as cleaning, when the kitchen is short-staffed, or the restaurant is particularly busy;
· Takes direction and works with the restaurant's administrative team;
Qualifications and Requirements
· Relevant qualifications required however, 3 years of relevant experience may substitute for the qualification;
· Have at least 3 years of experience as a chef in a similar restaurant;
· Planning menu and creating new dishes;
· Oversee pre-planning requirements of food and ordering required supply;
· Ensure quality dishes are prepared and presented;
· Manage kitchen including requirements for more staff and be responsible to train them;
· Have experience in upholding the proper health and safety requirements in the kitchen;
· Have experience in studying the current situation in the industry to ensure the business is working in accordance with the demands of the market.
Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply.
Salary: $70,000 to $80,000
