Chef at Volcano Steakhouse - Blacktown

About Us
Volcano’s Steakhouse is a well-known modern Australian restaurant chain with multiple locations. Volcano’s menu offers a fantastic range of steaks, ribs, burgers and other al carte dishes, with steaks and ribs being the highlight of their menu as its name suggests. All their menu items are made from quality produce, with their chefs working tirelessly to source premium quality produce from Australian farmers. Volcano's Steakhouse Blacktown is looking for an individual who can oversee the restaurant's kitchen by effectively managing other kitchen and food preparation team members whilst deciding what dishes to serve and adjusting orders to meet guests' requests.

Role
• The position requires skilled and competent individuals, capable of supervising the kitchen and ensuring all kitchen related operations are running smoothly.
• All work will be conducted in a fully functioning, very clean and organised kitchen.
• Applicants must have the ability to work well under pressure and time constraints, with knowledge of different varieties of foods and ingredients, communication skills, and the ability to accept customer feedback to improve future experiences.
Duties
• Cooks guests' orders according to their preferences;
• Employs food safety best practices and makes sure that all kitchen staff members do the same;
• Acts with appropriate caution in a dangerous environment where there are knives and high-temperature surfaces;
• Selects choice ingredients that will give dishes the best flavour;
• Determines how much food to order and maintains an appropriate supply at the restaurant with regular stock takes being conducted;
• Keeps up with trends in cooking and the restaurant business to ensure that guests have a positive experience that is unique to the restaurant;
• Works efficiently and effectively during busy periods, such as weekends and large functions;
• Takes direction and works with the restaurant's administrative team
Qualifications and Requirements:
Relevant qualifications required however, 3 years of relevant experience may substitute for the qualification;
Have at least 3 years of experience as a chef in a similar restaurant;
Planning menu and creating new dishes;
Oversee pre-planning requirements of food and ordering required supply;
Ensure quality dishes are prepared and presented;
Manage kitchen including requirements for more staff and be responsible to train them;
Have experience in upholding the proper health and safety requirements in the kitchen;
Have experience in studying the current situation in the industry to ensure the business is working in accordance with the demands of the market.
Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Expected Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 per year