Job description

CBR Mediterranean Grill Pty Ltd T/A CBR Turkish Grill Address: 24 Dreamer Cres, Richardson ACT 2905

Full Time Chef SALARY $80,000 a year plus superannuation

DUTIES
• Plan and design menus, considering seasonal availability and customer preferences, while estimating food and labour costs.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, ensuring quality and consistency in taste and presentation.
• Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation, making adjustments as necessary.
• Order and manage inventory of food supplies, ensuring freshness and cost-effectiveness.
• Discuss food preparation issues with managers, dietitians, and kitchen and waiting staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and advise on cooking procedures to kitchen staff.
• Enforce hygiene regulations and ensure compliance with health and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Select and train kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Freeze and preserve foods as required, maintaining proper storage methods.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to coordinate service flow and address customer feedback.
• Assist in budgeting and managing kitchen expenses, keeping track of food waste and portion sizes.
• Contribute creative ideas for new dishes and improvements to existing recipes.
• Address any kitchen issues that arise, such as staffing shortages or equipment failures, ensuring minimal disruption to service.
• Maintain clear communication with all team members to ensure timely meal service and customer satisfaction.

REQUIRED SKILLS
• Cert-IV or higher in Commercial Cookery or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a commercial kitchen environment, including recent experience as a Cook or Chef
• Proven ability to prepare and cook a diverse range of dishes, including for large functions and high-volume service
• Experience in menu planning and dish creation in line with seasonal availability and customer preferences
• Strong understanding of food safety standards and hygiene compliance, including opening and closing kitchen duties
• Skilled in managing stock levels, ordering supplies, and reducing food waste
• Experience in supervising and training kitchen staff
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities, especially under pressure in fast-paced kitchens
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with front-of-house staff and resolve service-related issues
• Ability to adapt to new recipes and contribute to continuous menu development
• Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and a commitment to continuous learning in culinary techniques

How to apply:

Applications open on 22 June 2026 and close on 22 July 2026 Please send your CV to info@businessnest.com.au. Please include the job role title in your email.