Our Company McCarrs is a charming venue set in the quaint bushland of Ku-ring-gai, just a short drive from Sydney’s CBD. It is celebrated for seasonal, honest food and exceptional service, with a sense of community at heart. The restaurant serves Mediterranean menu and is inspired by the owner’s love for simplicity and seasonal cooking, along with delicious cocktails and a carefully selected wine-list favouring small-producers. About You We are looking for an individual with a passion for the hospitality industry who wants to deliver the highest quality of food and service to our customers. You excel in delivering a meal but elevate the typical restaurant experience to the next level. Flavour, creativity and skill are what you bring to the kitchen day in and out! Job Description: Chef Ensuring that all food is of excellent quality and served in a timely manner. Planning the menu, keeping in mind budget, and availability of seasonal ingredients. Overseeing all kitchen operations. Coordinating kitchen staff and assisting them as required. Training junior staff to prepare and cook all the menu items. Taking stock of ingredients and equipment and placing orders to replenish stock. Maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the kitchen and ensuring checklists are completed. Creating new recipes to keep the menu fresh and captivating. Skills and Qualifications At least Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery/Kitchen Management and a relevant Diploma. At least 12 months of relevant work experience as a Chef. Sound knowledge of cooking methods and techniques including various dietary requirements. Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure. Great leadership and interpersonal skills. Ability to run stocktaking and place orders for resupply. Available to work on a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays. Have a strong track record during busy hours and in high volume event days with flawless management of kitchen operations to expedite food delivery while ensuring standards are upheld.
