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2nd Chef - Private Boarding School

Catering IndustriesHobart, Australia

20 days ago

Job description

Catering Industries Pty Ltd is a leading provider of contracted hospitality services (catering, cleaning and laundry) to Australia's health and aged care, education, government, corporate and resources sector. We currently employ over 2,000 personnel across various operations in our active market.

About The Role

We are searching for a dedicated chef to work in a private girls Boarding School near the city center of Hobart, Tasmania. The school is home to 40 boarders & staff. The operation also includes the running of two student café / canteens. Reporting to the Chef Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible for preparing nutritious and high-quality meals, assisting on college functions, ensuring Food Safety & Kitchen Hygiene, and supporting the Chef Manager.

College functions range from working group lunches to cocktail parties to sit down formal events.

Hours of Employment :

35 hours per week (Fulltime role)
Monday to Friday shifts only
Weekend and Public Holiday loadings apply if worked
Occasional weekend or weekday evening work may be required to manage functions
The applicant must have a Valid Working with Vulnerable People Check from Service TAS, or be willing to apply for one

Skills And Experience

3+ years' experience in a similar role

Cert III in commercial cookery desirable

Reliable and punctual

Collaborative and team player

Ability to multi-task and perform work within deadlines

Experienced in ordering, delivery and handling / control of stock

Empathy and respect towards staff and clients

High level of QA, WH&S, HACCP and Food Safety knowledge

Key Responsibilities

Produce high-quality meals in line with food service / HACCP guidelines and Quality Assurance procedures, including for low and high care residents

Assist in menu design, changes, and implementation

Assist with putting away of deliveries and general kitchen clean-up duties

Good all-rounder in the kitchen (e.g., scones, cakes, desserts, soups)

Responsible for preparation of special diets

Excellent organization skills and the ability to multi-task

Function within a busy kitchen whilst working harmoniously with the team

Benefits And Perks

The successful applicant will be offered a competitive hourly rate plus penalty loadings as per the Hospitality Award. You will also receive comprehensive training to perform your role satisfactorily.

Our new Staff Benefits program provides access to over 100+ retail discounts!

Why work with Catering Industries?

We are a family-owned and operated business where our people are our backbone. Their passion and dedication have contributed to our substantial organic growth over the past 45 years. We emphasize a culture of service excellence, where our core values of CARE, COMMITMENT, INTEGRITY & TRUST are expected of all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr