Chef/Cook

G & N HOSPITALITY GROUP PTY LTD is seeking skilled Chefs and Cooks to join their team at restaurant La Disfida. They have a variety of pasta, main meals, Italian desserts and pizza. La Disfida Haberfield has a large menu filled with authentic Italian favorites. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing delicious and high-quality meals, ensuring food safety standards are met, and collaborating with the kitchen staff to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Benefits

• Flexible hours which can fit your schedule 
• Regular training and development 
• Opportunities for career progression 
• Opportunity to work in an industry leading hospitality group

Task & responsibilities

• Preparing a variety of Italian dishes including pasta and pizza from our menu and based on custom orders 
• Mixing, kneading and preparing a wide variety of fresh pasta doughs 
• Making fresh tomato, pesto and white cream sauces 
• Prepare and cook antipasti and seafood dishes, according to the menu 
• Cook food according to menu and customer and function/events demands in an efficient manner 
• Examining of food stuffs to ensure quality 
• Minimise food waste whilst preparing meals 
• Measure and assemble ingredients for menu items 
• Monitor food stock and place orders, as needed 
• Cook appetizers, like mozzarella sticks, pizza bites, garlic breads and salads 
• Recommend new recipes to update our menus 
• Maintain a clean cooking station and sterilize equipment 
• Ensure food is properly seasoned, portioned and plated to meet our company standards including adding garnishes, sauces and the like.
• Be able to work under pressure with a calm manner 
• Follow correct procedures to ensure proper food safety and hygiene requirements as per company standards 
• Assist in training staff 
• Communicate appropriately amongst management and peers and both front and back of house staff (Kitchen and floor/waiting staff) 
• Ensure waste is managed appropriately

Qualification & experience

• The employee must hold minimum of Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or equivalent 
• Minimum one year of relevant experience 
• Demonstrate knowledge of food hygiene and safe culinary practices 
• Committed to delivering exceptional food quality and dishes with an ability to prepare, cook, portion and serve foodstuffs to the highest standards 
• Knowledge of Italian Cuisine