Chef at Toro Nero Mona Vale

About Us:
Toro Nero established its first location in 2014 located at Elanora Heights, by 2015 they relocated to their location in Mona Vale. The restaurant has a warm, rustic atmosphere where you can enjoy a cocktail with family and friends and enjoy true authentic European food & Traditional Wood-fire Pizza. Our aim is to share the love of food and to make every visit unique and unforgettable to all our customers. We are seeking a dedicated chef to take charge of daily kitchen operations and ensure the consistent preparation and high-quality presentation of dishes at Toro Nero Mona Vale.

Responsibilities And Duties:
• Plan and execute food preparation, cooking, and presentation in a busy fast paced setting from entrees to mains, including fresh house-made pastas, a wide variety of traditional pizzas, breads, etc.
• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans, and kitchen scales.
• Work with the existing Chef for efficient provisioning and purchasing of supplies.
• Work with the Director to plan the menus that are flavourful and popular with customers.
• Monitor and ensure food quality, quantity, taste and presentation are in accordance to the menu and customer preference at all times.
• Perform food preparation tasks and to check quality/presentation of orders to make sure food is cooked consistently and properly.
• Plan work on orders so that items served together are finished at the same time.
• Ensure kitchen is kept to a high standard by providing a clean, hygienic environment for the preparation and delivery of meals
• Assist the Director to conduct recruitment activities for cook and other food preparation workers including making shortlist, interview and selecting candidates
• Stock and maintain adequate levels of food product at line stations.
• Enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations.

Skills And Qualifications
• AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2).
• 3 years of work experience in a similar restaurant.
• Ability to handle busy service and ensure quality of food is maintained. Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Hardworking, positive attitude.
• Ability to work within a team and independently. Be available for weekdays, weekends, and nights.
• Australian citizens and permanent residents encouraged to apply.

Salary: $73,150.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time