Chef

Location: Woolloongabba 4152

Full time Permanent

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

We are looking for an industry experienced Chef to join our organization.

Frankie’s Smokehouse Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled and experience Chef.

Suitable candidates are expected to be able to perform the following duties:

· Provide the highest and most efficient level of service

· Organise the assigned work area and efficiently put away orders

· Prepare and send food within recommended timeframes to meet guest expectations

· Operate kitchen equipment like the braising pan, baking ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers, etc, in addition to being able to manage the pit

· Produce quality product in a timely and efficient manner for guests and staff

· Maintain cleanliness and sanitation at the assigned work area

· Prepare and cook all food items by the recipe and to specification

· Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food

· Prepare all menu items by strictly following recipes and yield guide

· Cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards and food preparation checklists

· Prepare, season and cook a wide variety of meats, vegetables, side dishes and other food items

· Slice and cook meats and vegetables using a full range of cooking methods

· Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables; and weigh, measure and mix ingredients on correct proportions

· Set-up the station with par stocks of menu items, and prepare the dishes designated for that station

· Check supplies and prep lists and ensure all items are prepped in a timely fashion

· Replenish service lines as needed and restock and prepare the workstation for the next shift

· Ensure that all products are stored properly in the correct location at the appropriate levels at all times

· Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food

· Assist in providing on the job training and development of new cooks

· Assist other Team Members in the kitchen when needed

· Ensure all due diligence paperwork has been filled out and is up to date on a daily basis including Fridge temperature logs, Stock receiving logs, Food holding logs etc

What You’ll Bring to the Team

We are seeking a dedicated Chef to support our Head Chef and to help take our kitchen to new heights, serving a cherished community of residents who relish good food and a warm engaging dining atmosphere.

You will:

• Be receptive, innovative, and willing to adapt

• Be collaborative with our residents and existing team

• Exhibit excellent leadership and communication skills

• Demonstrate a passion for uplifting lives through food

Be Rewarded

In addition to a competitive above-award base rate, the successful candidate will receive a host of additional benefits including:

• Significant flexibility and excellent support from our experienced team

To be successful for the role, you must have prior experience with low n’ slow barbecue style cooking and be confident with fire management. An understanding behind this style of cooking is critical and a key component to this role, as our main menu items are cooked on our 8.5m offset smoker using just iron bar wood as our fire source.

For further information on this position, please get in touch with our administration team. If you are interested, please apply via the ‘Apply’ option or

Summary of role requirements:

Flexible hours available

No experience required for this role

Working rights required for this role

Expected start date for role: 01 July 2024

Expected salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

Full time