Commercial Chef - Kitchen Chef (Bulahdelah)

Job Title: Chef

Salary: $75000 to $85000

Location: 86 Stroud St., Bulahdelah, NSW, Australia

Employer name: MEHTAB ENTERPRISES PTY. LTD. T/as Myalla Magic

Hours per week: 38 hours

DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS:

Myalla Magic offers authentic Australian cuisine in a historic building with a beautiful original steel design roof and walls. We serve freshly cooked A grade quality meals, prepared from locally sourced ingredients.

Key Skills

• Commercial cooking skills

• Menu execution & plating

• Food safety & hygiene

• Time management

• Teamwork in service kitchen

• Equipment operation

• Attention to quality

A minimum of one year of relevant industry experience is required, together with a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or Commercial Cookery, and a closely related Diploma qualification.

Job Description

• Design and plan menus, including creating new dishes, costing recipes, and ensuring variety and quality in line with business objectives

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes while overseeing the work of kitchen staff to ensure consistency in preparation and presentation

• Supervise and coordinate kitchen operations during service to ensure efficiency and timely delivery of meals

• Monitor the quality of all dishes at each stage of preparation and presentation, making necessary adjustments to maintain standards

• Train, guide, and mentor kitchen staff, including demonstrating advanced cooking techniques and ensuring adherence to established procedures

• Manage stock levels, order supplies, and control food costs while minimising waste through effective kitchen practices

• Ensure full compliance with food safety standards and hygiene regulations, maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment

• Liaise with management and front-of-house staff to plan service, resolve operational issues, and maintain a high standard of customer satisfaction

• Develop and update seasonal menus, specials, and promotional dishes to enhance customer engagement and business growth

• Oversee portion control and plating standards to maintain consistency and profitability

• Monitor kitchen performance, implement improvements, and maintain efficient workflows during busy service periods

• Assist in rostering kitchen staff and managing labour costs in line with operational requirements

• Inspect and maintain kitchen equipment, ensuring all tools and machinery are used safely and effectively

• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and contribute to a protected working environment

• Participate in supplier selection to ensure quality and cost-effective sourcing of ingredients used throughout kitchen. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qsmk3