Head Chef & Sous Chef | Semi-Fine Dining | Melbourne CBD

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Detail information about job Head Chef & Sous Chef | Semi-Fine Dining | Melbourne CBD. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Highly collaborative position with national award aspirations
• Head Chef & Sous Chef roles available due to company expansion
• Driven owner looking to interview ASAP

As the ideal Head Chef, you will be expected to have a firm understanding when it comes to COGs, P&L management, rostering, marketing, people & culture with the ability to run a successful kitchen. You will strive for excellent in yourself and the food you produce and have the want to create an industry leading reputation in the Melbourne market. 
  
As the ideal Sous Chef, you will have been working in a sous level position in a fast-paced fine dining or hatted restaurant for at least two years. With effective and efficient management of kitchen staff you will have proven experience maintaining product integrity and consistency throughout the kitchen.
  
Experience to be successful in the role:

• Understanding the importance of working to tight budgets 
• Strong communication between all parties
• Ability to drive the bottom line
• Experience working with French, Italian or Spanish cuisine
• Regularly updating menus to remain innovative, competitive and reflective of season produce along with current product ranges 
• At least 3 years in a Head Chef role in a fine dining or hatted restaurant
• Full financial knowledge - manage COGs, wastage and supplier agreements
• Strong management style with proactive attitude to training and mentoring
• Creative flair and knowledge of market trends
• Strong HACCAP and WHS knowledge
• Be career focussed and be flexible with full availability across 7 days
• A want for longevity in role and passion to progress with the business

This venue is offering the chance to work in a kitchen with talented and motivated chefs. If you feel this is something you could see yourself doing, please do not hesitate to get in touch for a private and confidential conversation.