Head Chef

Talent poll vacancy for Head Chef

Are you a skilled chef with a passion for leadership? Look no further! We’re currently seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef to lead our client team. If you’re ready to showcase your culinary expertise and take the dining experience to new heights, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

• Position: Head Chef
• Location: Gold Coast, QLD
• Application Deadline: 4 May 2024
• About the Role: 

As a Head Chef, you’ll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, staff management, and administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

• Creating, planning, and updating menus that align with the restaurant’s concept, seasonal availability of ingredients, and customer preferences.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation and cooking in the kitchen. Ensure that dishes are prepared to high standards of taste, quality, and consistency, while also adhering to food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Oversee kitchen operations, including staff scheduling, workflow coordination, and equipment maintenance.
• Analyse food costs, monitor expenses, and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve efficiency without compromising quality.
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff, management, and suppliers to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction. 

Requirements:

• Complete a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or a related qualification
• Minimum 3 years experiences as a Head Chef
• Demonstrate leadership skills, highly organised and detail-oriented to manage kitchen operations efficiently.
• Have good communication skills and attitude, familiar with teamwork.

For applicants seeking sponsorship, the following criteria must be met in addition to the above:

• A valid English language certification, such as the IELTS, with no component below 5.0 and an overall score of at least 5.5 is required.
• You may need to successfully complete a skill assessment administered by the relevant Australian skill assessing authorities (TRA or VETASSESS), depending on the location of your placement or your passport.