Vivace Restaurant, is a Brighton icon, since opening in 2004, our family owned and operated business has firmly established itself as the area's Number 1 upmarket restaurant and function venue.

We are a passionate & professional team, looking to strengthen our kitchen capacity following the lifting of government restrictions.

With multiple dining rooms. Vivace is a vibrant, busy, fast paced environment.

The successful candidate will enjoy working under the direction of Vivace's Italian Head Chef, Davide Ferraro, in an affluent bayside suburb where our restaurant reigns superior.

 We are looking for a passionate professional to welcome into the fold, where you will collaborate and contribute your experiences & knowledge adding some more flair to our dynamic team by producing outstanding dishes for our astute customers

You will need to demonstrate all necessary skills and knowledge at an exceptional level with both traditional and contemporary cooking techniques, that will contribute and enhance our menu at a level that our customers expect from our establishment. 

Hand made pasta skills would be beneficial.

The right candidate will be inducted into our friendly 'work family' where your career as a Chef will be well supported and nurtured to continue to grow and thrive.  

There is potential for career advancement and growth opportunities.

YOU MUST HAVE FULL WORKING RIGHTS

YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce Vivace 'signature' menu items as instructed to meet consistently our high standards
• Create and prepare exciting new dishes while maintaining Vivace's quality standards
• Strive to develop high quality, innovative and original menu offerings for our guests
• Assist to train and develop other culinary team members 
• Assist and work closely with Head Chef to develop menus, junior training, implement & uphold kitchen policy & procedures.
• Develop and follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specification as set by the restaurant management team. 
• Assist in food inventory and control while properly receiving and storing delivered items
• Ensure clean food prep areas, equipment, utensils and strictly adhere to sanitation, food safety, hygiene, and other health and safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required

Skills and experience

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position.
• A passion for the craft of making authentic Italian style pasta and /or current/ and 'on-trend' dishes with creativity, presentation and attention to detail.
• Experience cooking long, short, and fresh noodle and risotto dishes an advantage
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset
• Ability to take direction, communicate well and work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Cleanliness & Safe work habits

Job benefits and perks

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Job stability 
• Professional, Safe & Respectful Environment
• Sunday & Monday Off
• Opportunity to grow & advance
• Flexibility
• A great team of professional & supportive people
• Competitive salary package 

If you believe you have the skills and attributes for this role, we look forward to hearing from you!