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Sous Chef

Vacancy ID

V2089

Industry Food Production (Culinary)
City Melbourne
# Positions 1
Duration 1 Years
Qualifications Minimum Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Internship Summary

To assist the Head Chef in the delivery of high quality of food and services to our guests, to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen, to achieve profitability and reputation of the within the industry. To assist and oversee implementation of training, growth and development of chefs of a lower level.

Tasks

• Ensure high quality and good presentation of food provided to guests, achieve the expected professional standard within a reasonable timeframe of service.
• Responsible to be the relief coverage for the Head Chef in his/her absence.
• Work alongside the Head Chef to achieve set monthly profit targets.
• Oversee training, growth and development of kitchen team members of a lower level, ensure consistent leadership is demonstrated in the kitchen during service periods.
• Demonstrate superior product knowledge of menu items and seasonal ingredients and ensure this knowledge is filtered down to the rest of the kitchen team.
• Keep up to date with industry changes by actively networking with industry peers and venues.
• Foster and promote a harmonious working environment within the kitchen, and encourage open communication during service periods.
• Facilitate open communication within the kitchen team to ensure understanding of cuisine standards.
• Assist the Head Chef in the process of designing and costing the seasonal a-la-carte menu and banquet menu.
• Assist in achieving set targets on the cost of food. Conduct monthly accurate stock takes of all consumables.
• Ensure supplies and resources are maintained to within par levels –
overseeing ordering and stock control where necessary.
• Ensure completion of daily mise-en-place lists.
• Assist the Head Chef in controlling wage costs by effective rostering practices.
• Minimise wastage at all times, whilst ensuring other kitchen team members are trained on efficient cooking techniques to minimise
wastage.
• Maintain equipment - ensure all care is taken to prolong equipment life by keeping them clean and handling them with care at all times.
• Undertake kitchen duties when required, including cleaning of equipment and preparing service areas.
General:
• Adhere to company grooming policy; ensure that you are wearing the correct uniform, with your name badge visible.
• Be aware of, and practise safe food handling and preparation techniques.
• Ensure that all information is kept confidential unless otherwise advised.
• Ensure that you go about your work in a way that adheres to Workplace Health & Safety requirements and Safe Work Operating Procedures.
• Report any workplace hazards as you see them and support the Company in its vision to provide a safe workplace.
• Represent the Company in a positive manner, displaying the values, ethics and pride at all times.
• Complete to the best of your ability any additional tasks within reason as provided by the Head Chef and the Management.

To Apply

Send your Resume to info@internships.com.au, using the subject “Sous Chef - Vacancy”.