Cook/Pastrycook/Chef/Restaurant Manager (Springs)

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Location: BENNETT SPRINGS, WA Salary: Above Award Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position Job Description

Cook/Pastrycook/Chef/Restaurant Manager Kpz Friends Pty Ltd t/a Tasty Bites Restaurant & Bistro Cook (ANZSCO: 351411
- Cook) Full-time/Permanent $76,000
- $82,000 (higher salary will be considered commensurate to qualifications and experience) Duties and Responsibilities:
- Daily preparation of all ingredients and menu items
- Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications
- Prepare food for special dietary needs
- Prepare and store all meat, poultry and vegetables and other food according to standard and following procedures closely
- Maintain a clean kitchen and use kitchen appliances and equipment safely
- Restock all items as needed throughout shift and ensure items are as ordered and standards are met
- Understand and maintain knowledge of proper use and maintenance of all equipment in cooking station
- Ensure that all health, safety and hygiene regulations are strictly adhered to at all times
- Undertake cleaning, sanitation of all kitchen 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. Pastrycook (ANZSCO: 351112– Pastrycook) Full-time / Permanent $76,000
- $82,000 (higher salary will be considered commensurate with qualifications and experience) Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the preparation and production of a wide range of desserts and pastries, including traditional sweet dishes and baked items.
- Oversee the pastry section’s operations and coordinate with other kitchen departments to ensure smooth service during regular hours and special functions.
- Develop and test new dessert/sweet recipes for seasonal menus, special occasions, and customer demands while maintaining authenticity and quality.
- Collaborate with the Head Chef and Restaurant Manager to create innovative and cost-effective dessert/sweet offerings.
- Monitor ingredient stock levels including dairy, sugar, flour, and nuts, and manage procurement to ensure timely availability with minimal wastage.
- Ensure all dessert/sweet s are prepared and presented to high standards of taste, quality, and visual appeal.
- Maintain strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards across all aspects of preparation, storage, and presentation.
- Assist in staff rostering and determining resource requirements for the pastry section to ensure efficient production schedules.
- Conduct routine inspections of pastry/sweet tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Provide input into the recruitment and onboarding process for current pastry/sweet staff as needed.
- Meet with clients to plan custom dessert/sweet offerings for events such as weddings, corporate functions and private parties.
- Participate in broader kitchen management duties and contribute to the overall success of the culinary team. 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: 351311
- Chef) Full-time/Permanent $76,000
- $82,000 (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 Restaurant 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 Restaurant 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. Restaurant Manager (ANZSCO: 141111
- Cafe or Restaurant Manager) Full-time/Permanent $76,000
- $82,000 (higher salary will be considered commensurate to qualifications and experience) Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set operating goals and objectives
- Assess staffing requirements and recruit staff when needed
- Train and coach staff
- Ensure staff know and adhere to established codes of practice
- Organize and monitor staff schedules
- Co-ordinate restaurant operations during each shift
- Monitor adherence to health, safety and hygiene standards in kitchen and restaurant
- Ensure compliance with restaurant security procedures
- Ensure alcohol regulations are adhered to
- Oversee preparation of food and beverage items
- Ensure adherence to set recipes
- Observe size of food portions and preparation quantities to minimize waste
- Interact with customers to ensure all inquiries and complaints are handled promptly
- Plan and co-ordinate menus with Chef
- Prepare and analyse budgets, monitor costs and implement strategies to reduce costs
- Analyse food and beverage costs and assign menu prices
- Plan and monitor restaurant sales and revenue
- Organise and supervise marketing and promotional activities
- Check and order supplies of non-food items
- Identify and estimate food and beverage supply requirements and place orders with suppliers
- Negotiate purchase prices and develop preferred suppliers Qualifications and Experience:
- Relevant AQF Diploma
- 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. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qrns7