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Are you a passionate chef looking for a new challenge? We have a fantastic opportunity to join our outstanding café team in a fast-paced, well-established environment. As a key member of our kitchen team, you’ll play a vital role in preparing high-quality dishes and ensuring a great experience for our customers. Our kitchen is the heart of our café, and we need skilled chefs to keep it running smoothly. Our menu is simple yet delicious, featuring fresh sandwiches, paninis, hand-stretched pizzas, pastas, salads, hearty breakfasts, and daily specials made with care. If you thrive in a dynamic kitchen where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you! We welcome chefs of all levels and backgrounds to bring their passion and creativity to our team. Responsibilities would include but not limited to: · Prepare and portion ingredients, including meats and vegetables, ensuring freshness and quality. · Efficiently complete customer orders while maintaining high presentation and taste standards. · Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, sanitising workstations after each meal and ensuring a thorough cleanup at the end of each shift. · Follow stock rotation procedures to minimise waste and maintain freshness. · Restock pantry and refrigeration units as needed to ensure smooth kitchen operations. · Store food items properly at appropriate temperatures to uphold food safety standards.

1. Setting up the kitchen prior to a restaurant’s opening 2. Preparing a particular kitchen station by bringing all food containers to that point in the line 3. Cooking a specific portion of each plated meal 4. Assisting with marinating, cutting and precooking foods 5. Cleaning the kitchen before the restaurant closes 6. Cleaning and sanitising their area with warm water and soap 7. Wrapping unused items and storing them in proper areas at the end of a shift. 8. Plating food creatively and maximising customer enjoyment

Collaborates with the head chef to direct food preparation. Helps design the food menu. Produces high-quality plates, considering both design and taste. Oversees and supervises the kitchen staff. Assists with menu planning, inventory, and supply management. Keeps stations clean and complies with food safety standards. Monitors and maintains kitchen equipment. Offers suggestions and creative ideas that can improve upon the kitchen’s performance.