Target Business Services Location: Town Centre, R07/399 Melton Hwy, Taylors Lakes VIC 3038 Salary: $80kplus 12 % super Position: Fulltime, Permanent Our client, Amntaj L.O Pty Ltd Trading as Cafe Greco (Watergardens), is seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join its busy and dynamic kitchen team. Located in the heart of Watergardens Town Centre, Cafe Greco is a well-established and popular Mediterranean-inspired restaurant renowned for its extensive menu, quality food, relaxed dining atmosphere and excellent customer service. The restaurant offers a diverse range of dishes including gyros, souvlaki, seafood platters, grilled meats, steaks, pasta, pizzas, salads and other Mediterranean favourites, catering to a broad customer base throughout lunch and dinner service. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining Cafe Greco's reputation for delivering high-quality food and exceptional dining experiences. This position requires a motivated Chef who can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, safety and kitchen operations. Qualifications and Experience -Relevant AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in Commercial Cookery/Hospitality (ANZSCO Skill Level 2), or at least three years of relevant experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen -Ideally at least one year of recent full-time experience working as a Chef -Strong knowledge of Mediterranean, Australian and contemporary café-style cuisine -Sound understanding of food safety, HACCP and workplace health and safety requirements Duties and Responsibilities -Plan menus in consultation with management, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences and business objectives -Prepare, cook and present high-quality meals in accordance with Cafe Greco's standards and recipes -Estimate food and labour costs and assist with inventory control and stock ordering -Monitor the quality of raw ingredients and finished dishes to ensure consistency and excellence -Supervise food preparation and service to ensure meals are delivered efficiently during busy trading periods -Discuss food preparation and operational matters with management and kitchen staff -Train, mentor and supervise kitchen staff on cooking techniques, food presentation and workplace procedures -Determine production schedules and staffing requirements to meet customer demand -Inspect equipment, work areas and food storage facilities to ensure compliance with food safety standards -Maintain strict adherence to food hygiene, sanitation and HACCP requirements -Monitor portion control, minimise food wastage and contribute to cost-control initiatives -Developing new menu items and specials that reflect Mediterranean and contemporary dining trends -Coordinate purchasing activities and maintain appropriate stock levels of food supplies -Demonstrate cooking techniques and the correct use of kitchen equipment to team members Skills and Attributes The successful candidate will possess: -Strong culinary skills with experience preparing Mediterranean and contemporary Australian cuisine -Ability to work effectively under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment -Excellent organisational and time management skills -Strong leadership and team supervision capabilities -Sound knowledge of food costing, stock control and waste minimisation practices -Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and customer service -Good understanding of WHS, food safety and HACCP requirements To apply for this position, email your resume to recruitment@targetbusiness.com.au Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted and your application will be treated as strictly confidential.
