At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook delicious dishes while managing your kitchen section.
- Company: In Forno, a vibrant Italian restaurant group with a passion for quality food.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, full-time or part-time options, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Contribute ideas and improve kitchen operations while enjoying a dynamic work atmosphere.
- Why this job: Join a creative team and showcase your culinary skills in a fun environment.
- Qualifications: Reliability, teamwork, and a passion for food are essential.
The predicted salary is between 24300 - 29700 $ per year.
Depending on your experience and position, your responsibilities may include:
- Preparing and cooking dishes consistently to In Forno standards
- Managing your assigned kitchen section
- Completing daily preparation efficiently and accurately
- Following recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards
- Coordinating with other sections during service
- Supporting a smooth flow between the kitchen and front-of-house team
- Maintaining a clean, organised and food-safe workspace
- Correctly labelling, dating, rotating and storing food
- Completing temperature records and food-safety documentation
- Monitoring stock levels and communicating shortages
- Reducing unnecessary food waste
- Assisting with large bookings, functions, set menus and catering orders
- Completing opening and closing procedures
- Supporting and training junior kitchen team members
- Leading preparation or service when assigned
- Contributing ideas for specials, systems and kitchen improvements
About you:
- Are reliable, punctual and organised
- Can remain calm and focused during busy services
- Take pride in food quality, presentation and consistency
- Understand kitchen hygiene and food-safety requirements
- Communicate clearly and work well as part of a team
- Are willing to follow established recipes and procedures
- Can manage preparation and service priorities
- Take ownership of their section and responsibilities
- Are available for a mixture of weekday, evening and weekend shifts
About us:
In Forno is a locally owned Italian restaurant group with established venues in Hamilton and Charlestown. We specialise in wood-fired pizza, fresh pasta and generous Italian-inspired food. Our kitchens cater for daily restaurant service, large group bookings, set menus, functions, takeaway orders and catering.
Full-time and part-time employment options are available across Hamilton and Charlestown, with opportunities to develop into senior and leadership responsibilities. This is a varied role across restaurant service, functions, set menus and catering, with support from experienced kitchen and venue management and the opportunity to contribute ideas and improve kitchen operations.
Chef of All Levels in Newcastle employer: In Forno
At Forno Hamilton, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values teamwork and excellence in hospitality. Our Venue Manager role provides ample opportunities for professional growth, with comprehensive training and support from experienced leaders, all within a bustling environment that celebrates high-volume service. Join us to be part of a dynamic team where your contributions are recognised and rewarded, making every day at work meaningful and fulfilling.
