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Enzo's Cucina Mount Druitt

Location: Mount Druitt, NSW, 2770

Type: Full-time

Occupation: Chef

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 per year plus superannuation

Our mission at Enzo’s Cucina is to provide an affordable, friendly and authentic Italian dining environment where the food is traditional, made with love and served in a caring yet professional manner.  The team at Enzos Cucina strives to and always exceeds expectations.

We're seeking a seasoned Chef, someone who has honed their skills in a bustling environment for over two years. If you're a passionate and enthusiastic individual, your experience would be a perfect fit for this position at Enzo's Cucina.

To be successful, candidates need to have:

Key responsibilities:

• Supervise and direct the duties of kitchen staff.
• Prepare and elegantly present food for both regular service and special events.
• Design and create recipes and menus, considering factors like seasonal ingredient availability, expected customer volume, portion sizes, and final menu pricing.
• Select high-quality ingredients to maximize the flavors of dishes.
• Verify the quantity and quality of received products to ensure they meet the order specifications and standards.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels to reduce wastage.
• Examine equipment, work areas, and general supplies to ensure they comply with established health and safety standards.
• Instruct kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation techniques.
• Supervise and uphold sanitation protocols to ensure employees adhere to standards and regulations.
• Provide costing of new menu items and discuss any issues with the manager and other staff
• Conduct trials to develop innovative specialties that attract diners to the restaurant.
• Procure food and additional supplies as required and store them accordingly.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant AQF qualification in Commercial Cookery and Hospitality
• Two to three years of relevant experience in a hotel, café, or restaurant

Skills & Competencies:

• Customer service oriented: dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service.
• Communication: adept at conveying information clearly and succinctly
• Multitasking: skilled in managing multiple tasks simultaneously
• Teamwork: willing to assist and collaborate with others as needed, fostering positive relationships with team member

Personal Attributes

• Professional demeanor.
• Capacity to perform under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Positive attitude towards change.

This is a permanent full-time position.