Full-Time Chef (Glenelg)

Join OSFORDAY PTY LTD (t/a Seafire On The Marina),, a premier dining destination located at Holdfast Shores Marina Pier in Glenelg, South Australia. Since 2019, Seafire has been dedicated to providing an exceptional culinary experience with a focus on high-quality beef. Our specialty lies in our dry-aged steaks, prepared in-house with constantly evolving marinades and rubs. We are seeking a passionate and talented individual to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding service and memorable dining experiences. About the Opportunity: We are looking for a Chef to join our team to deliver high quality Australian cuisine. Assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, utilising your skills & experience. You will be responsible for ensuring that every section of the kitchen operates to optimum efficiency by planning, organising, supervising and coaching the team. You will be a passionate Chef and a highly committed hospitality skilled. As a key member of the team, responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays
- Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure the timely delivery of services
- Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
- Collaborate with Head Chef and Restaurant Manager to plan and develop recipes and menus, considering factors such as seasonal availability of ingredients and expected customer demand
- Supervise and instruct cooks and other kitchen staff in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of dishes, maintaining our high standards
- Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure compliance with established standards
- Manage stock, including ordering, rotation, and wastage control; arrange the purchasing and pricing of goods within budget constraints and ensure all food purchases are handled appropriately
- Possess comprehensive knowledge of all kitchen operations; conduct interviews, hire, and train additional kitchen staff members, ensuring their proficiency in food preparation
- Assume responsibility for managing cost of goods and wage targets
- Perform rostering and shift management duties
- Demonstrate full understanding of operations, occupational health and safety (OH&S;) protocols, HACCP guidelines, and the management of the Food Safety Program
- Monitor and enforce sanitation practices to ensure employee compliance with established standards and regulations The Ideal Candidate Must Have:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
- Effective management and communication of diverse team
- Experience in managing and maintaining food safety program including documentation
- Rostering and ordering experience
- Monitor and supervise OH&S; standards and procedure
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships
- Genuine interest in the day to day operations
- Understanding of financial budgets, food and labour costs is advantageous
- Excellent attention to detail
- Outstanding time management during preparation and service periods
- Calm and composed demeanour
- Full availability, able and willing to work weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qylqt