Join the team at Li’l Darlin Surry Hills of Koukla Group Pty Ltd, where the energy is as lively as our cocktails! Located just a short walk from Central Station, the vibrant venue is known for its fun atmosphere and stylish charm, making it the go-to spot for after-work drinks, special celebrations, and relaxed dining. As part of our team, you’ll be working in a fast-paced environment where creativity and passion for great food come to life. The team is currently looking for experienced cooks and skilled chefs, offering fantastic opportunities for career progression.
These full-time positions offer an annual salary of AUD 70-80K plus superannuation, with the flexibility to negotiate for the ideal candidate. If you're eager to thrive in a vibrant, fast-paced environment and become part of a supportive, dynamic team, Register your interest!
Scope of the Roles:
- Overseeing daily kitchen operations, including staff delegation, stock rotation, and maintaining accurate records.
- Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, either regularly or for special functions and events.
- Managing production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely service delivery.
- Estimating food supply needs, calculating costs for ingredients, and managing orders accordingly.
- Inspecting supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
- Analyzing recipes and advising prices to menu items based on food, labour, and overhead costs.
- Collaborating with other team members to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account seasonal ingredient availability and projected customer numbers.
- Demonstrating new cooking techniques and introducing equipment to staff for continual culinary improvement.
- Ensure all workstations are properly set up, thoroughly cleaned, and efficiently organized, preparing utensils, ovens, and grills for optimal readiness at the start of each shift.
- Prepare and cook dishes in strict compliance with food safety and health regulations, ensuring the highest quality and hygiene standards are maintained.
- Assist in onboarding, training, and supervising new team members, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative, efficient work environment.
- Monitoring and enforcing sanitation practices to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) and HACCP.
To be considered for this role, you should
- Preferably hold Certificates III & IV in Commercial Cookery from Australia
- A minimum of 2 years experience working as a Cook/Chef in a comparable cuisine
- Demonstrated knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) standards and HACCP regulations
- Strong ability to work effectively within a team-oriented environment
- Excellent communication skills enabling efficient interaction with colleagues, management and customers
How to join the team
Please submit an online application to join our diverse, compassionate and dedicated team for a rewarding career. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Candidates must hold Australian or NZ Citizenship or the capacity to work in Australia permanently. A temporary visa holder may only be employed if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
These full-time positions offer an annual salary of AUD 70-80K plus superannuation, with the flexibility to negotiate for the ideal candidate. If you're eager to thrive in a vibrant, fast-paced environment and become part of a supportive, dynamic team, Register your interest!
Scope of the Roles:
- Overseeing daily kitchen operations, including staff delegation, stock rotation, and maintaining accurate records.
- Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, either regularly or for special functions and events.
- Managing production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely service delivery.
- Estimating food supply needs, calculating costs for ingredients, and managing orders accordingly.
- Inspecting supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
- Analyzing recipes and advising prices to menu items based on food, labour, and overhead costs.
- Collaborating with other team members to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account seasonal ingredient availability and projected customer numbers.
- Demonstrating new cooking techniques and introducing equipment to staff for continual culinary improvement.
- Ensure all workstations are properly set up, thoroughly cleaned, and efficiently organized, preparing utensils, ovens, and grills for optimal readiness at the start of each shift.
- Prepare and cook dishes in strict compliance with food safety and health regulations, ensuring the highest quality and hygiene standards are maintained.
- Assist in onboarding, training, and supervising new team members, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative, efficient work environment.
- Monitoring and enforcing sanitation practices to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) and HACCP.
To be considered for this role, you should
- Preferably hold Certificates III & IV in Commercial Cookery from Australia
- A minimum of 2 years experience working as a Cook/Chef in a comparable cuisine
- Demonstrated knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) standards and HACCP regulations
- Strong ability to work effectively within a team-oriented environment
- Excellent communication skills enabling efficient interaction with colleagues, management and customers
How to join the team
Please submit an online application to join our diverse, compassionate and dedicated team for a rewarding career. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Candidates must hold Australian or NZ Citizenship or the capacity to work in Australia permanently. A temporary visa holder may only be employed if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
