Chef

Hecho en Mexico | Adelaide CBD

Hecho en Mexico is a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant known for consistent service, strong team culture, and a loyal customer base. We are seeking a Chef who can confidently lead kitchen, control costs and deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and cooking of food in accordance with our menu.

• Ensuring food handling and storage is in accordance with food handling regulations and is of the highest standard.

• Oversee food plating and garnishing, maintaining consistency and artistic presentation.

• Implements rosters within a strict budget.

• Planning of menu items and estimation of food requirements.

• Estimates food and labour costs in consultation with management. 

• Discussing food preparation issues with management.

• Training and developing kitchen staff.

• Managing cost of sales and labour.

• Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.

• Check the quantity and quality of received products. 

• Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements.

• Create and test new recipes, experimenting with flavours and techniques to innovate the menu.

• Regulate the temperature of stoves and oven to ensure the dishes are cooked at appropriate levels.

• Liaising with food suppliers.

• Monitoring quality of all dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation, ensuring the food quality is consistent to a high standard.

• Manage and maintain stock efficiently.

• Work at pace and be flexible with client requests.

• Delegating tasks and resolving issues as they arise.

• Check food is stored and handled as per food health and hygiene regulations.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

Skills and Qualifications

• Certificate IV in commercial cookery and Diploma in relevant Hospitality qualification.

• Prior experience as a Chef minimum 1 year

• Strong knowledge of cooking methods and operating kitchen tools and equipment.

• Ability to work Full Time.

• Flexible to work on a rotating roster.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 The Reward

You will be joining a company that wants you to succeed, we offer:

• Highly competitive pay plus superannuation

• Very cooperative and motivated team to work with

• Career and development opportunities, learning from the best

Job Type: Permanent Full-time

Salary: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year plus superannuation

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.