At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious pastries and cakes while maintaining high food quality standards.
- Company: Join Picnic Real Food Bar, a local gem on Tamborine Mountain.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary of $80,000 and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Work in a vibrant kitchen with opportunities for creativity and growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team dedicated to fresh, seasonal food.
- Qualifications: Must have commercial cookery qualifications and 3 years of pastry experience.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 80000 $ per year.
About Us
Picnic Real Food Bar is a local food venue located on Tamborine Mountain, specialising in fresh, seasonal and thoughtfully prepared food using quality ingredients. All menu offerings are house-made, including our cakes, pastries, condiments and sauces. We are committed to delivering high-quality meals with care.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. The successful applicant will play an important role in preparing and producing high-quality food, while maintaining our standards of freshness, consistency and presentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals according to menu specifications and quality standards
- Assist with daily kitchen operations and food preparation
- Maintain high standards of food presentation and portion control
- Prepare fresh ingredients and house-made products, including pastries and cakes
- Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements
- Assist with stock management, ordering and kitchen organisation
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams
- Complete the weekly Thursday fresh produce market pickup in Brisbane at 6am using a company vehicle (open driver's licence required)
- Be available for catering and dinner pop-up events when required
Skills and Experience Required
- Relevant commercial cookery qualifications - Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and Certificate IV in Patisserie preferred
- Minimum 3 years of full-time experience working in pastry and service chef positions in a professional kitchen environment
- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations
- Ability to work independently and efficiently during busy service periods and under pressure
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Relevant Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Ability to work a weekly roster Wednesday to Sunday, approximately 7am to 3:30pm, and public holidays when required. Thursday shift approximately 5am to 1:30pm (includes produce pickup)
Employment Details
- Position: Chef (Full-Time), permanent
- Location: Tamborine Mountain QLD 4272
- Salary: $80,000 per annum
How to Apply
Please submit your resume outlining your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.
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