Head Chef | BHP Melbourne Trippas White Group is seeking an energetic & dynamic, hands-on Head Chef for one of Australia’s most prestigious corporate locations, specialising in function service excellence with particular emphasis on high quality formal menus and oversight of internal cafe. Join a professional hospitality team within the corporate sector Deliver modern & interesting food across a wide range of events. Opportunity to execute high profile and innovative events to senior stakeholders and customers. Opportunity to work Monday to Friday (availability to work regular evenings required due to number of events held in the evening). What will your day look like; As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the execution of food for both the events and internal café across this prestigious corporate office. With a focus on high quality catering, this role will be hands on to deliver memorable food experiences. You will be part of a high-quality hospitality team working together across both front and back of house areas to deliver a coordinated service for staff. What will you bring? To be successful in the role, you will ideally bring the following: A qualified chef with at least 5 years’ experience in high quality function and restaurant venues. Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and service peers. Strong understanding of allergen and dietary management. Experience in upmarket cafe. Drive innovation, follow and adopt culinary trends Demonstrated leadership and experience in being part of professional kitchen team Exceptional team leading qualities and experience Ability to operate as a Food Safety Supervisor. Able to work with computer-based ordering systems. Comfortable to design and execute high quality formal menus. Your key responsibilities will include: Day to day production of all food produced and served within kitchen. Day to day management of allergens and dietaries. Take leadership in the creation of Café menus. Production of a range of contemporary cuisines and service styles including buffets, formal dinners and cocktail parties for functions. Financial and operational management of the kitchens, including all compliance requirements Ensuring only the very highest standards of food presentation & creativity. Training staff as required. Assisting with the management of staffing requirements and rosters Following company procedures and policy when handling employee grievances or undertaking disciplinary actions Stock Management – ordering & replenishing stock Brief function staff prior to events on food aspect of service. Work according to safe work procedures, and ensure effectively maintained. Maintain compliance for both customer and Trippas White Group. To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Proven and successful background in kitchen and team management A focus on providing excellent contemporary food! Strong understanding of all aspects of menu planning disciplines Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, dynamic work environment Highly developed leadership skills with strong human resource skills Strong knowledge of food handling and hygiene principles Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other ordering systems) Our staff are the face of Trippas White Group and play a pivotal role in delivering the services commitment we have made to our clients. Benefits and Culture Supportive and inclusive culture. A professional and safe working environment Good employee benefits and entitlements. Competitive salary. Trippas White Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous and First Nations Australians to apply. Apply Now
