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About the Role
We are seeking a Chef/Front House Supervisor , for a Permanent opportunity in The Collaroy Centre, NSW
The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the seamless operation of our kitchen and dining services. You will collaborate with the Sous Chef in performing all cooking activities, including to assist in menu preparation and maintain quality control. Additionally, you will oversee Front of House service as required, including the supervision of staff and the accommodation of special dietary needs, to ensure an exceptional dining experience that exceeds customer expectations.
Hours of work Tuesday to Friday 7am - 3pm, Saturday 12pm - 8pm.
Key Responsibilities:
You will be successful in this role if you can:
- Prepare and cook food to the highest standards, ensuring compliance with NSW Food Safety regulations.
- Assist in menu planning and food orders.
- Work collaboratively with the catering team to ensure smooth and efficient service.
- Adhere to and enforce policies, procedures, and relevant legislation within all areas of food preparations.
- Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen equipment and work areas, following health and safety guidelines.
- Plan and prepare special diet meals, ensuring strict adherence to the Allergen Matrix.
- Supervise Front of House service operations as required, ensuring a high standard of customer service.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Certificate IV, Commercial Cookery trade qualification
- 3 years previous cook/chef experience
- Previous experience in front of house (preferable but not mandatory)
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Team player
- Strong communication skills (written & verbal).
- Thrives in fast-paced environment.
Requirements of the Role:
- A national police record check and Working with Children's check is required.
Why work for us
In return we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as:
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Flexible working conditions
- Paid parental leave
- Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Opportunity for career development
How to Apply
Should you be interested, please submit a copy of your resume and cover letter. In the cover letter (maximum two pages) explain your suitability for the role including examples demonstrating capabilities and addressing the questions below.
Why are you passionate about working with the Salvos? How do your values and those of the Salvos align?
Describe your experience in culture, organisation and operating model change projects. From your experience, what makes these different to other types of projects?
About Us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check
