Head Chef
Job No:
TWG2919
Location:
St Kilda East
Trippas White Group (TWG) is a leading hospitality company, which operates from premium locations such as the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Tower and considered one of the most trusted names in food services. People and food are at our heart and drive everything that we do, so if you are looking to make a positive career move, Trippas White Group is a great choice for you.
We have an exciting new opportunity available for a Head Chef to join a Hospitality Team at one of Melbourne’s most prestigious colleges in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.
What will your day look like;
As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the execution of food for events across the school along with preparation and execution of food for boarding and tuckshop. With a focus on high quality catering this role is hands on leading a small team to deliver memorable food experiences
You will be part of a high-quality hospitality team working together across both front and back of house areas to deliver a coordinated service for all stakeholders.
What will you bring?
To be successful in the role, you will ideally bring the following:
- A qualified chef with at least 5 years’ experience in high quality hospitality venues
- Experience in delivering high quality boarding and function catering.
- Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and service peers
- Ability to drive innovation and adopt culinary trends.
- Demonstrated leadership and experience in being part of professional kitchen team
- Food Safety Supervisor Experience
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Day to day production and assisting with oversight of all food produced and served.
- Production of a range of contemporary cuisines and service styles including buffets, formal dinners and cocktail parties.
- Financial and operational management of the kitchens, including all compliance requirements
- Ensuring only the very highest standards of food presentation & creativity
- Recruiting, inducting, and training kitchen staff as required
- Stock Management – ordering & replenishing stock
- Supervise and co-ordinate kitchen.
- Brief staff daily on all aspects of food service.
- Maintain compliance for both school and Trippas White Group.
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
- Proven and successful background in kitchen and team management
- A focus on providing excellent contemporary food!
- Strong understanding of all aspects of menu planning disciplines
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.
- Highly developed leadership skills with strong human resource skills
- Strong knowledge of food handling and hygiene principles
- Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other ordering systems)
Our staff are the face of Trippas White Group and play a pivotal role in delivering the services commitment we have made to our clients.
Benefits and Culture
- Supportive and inclusive culture.
- A professional and safe working environment
- Good employee benefits and entitlements.
- Competitive salary.
Trippas White Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous and First Nations Australians to apply.
