Tasa Coffee House | JS & KV Group Pty Ltd
Position: Chef (ANZSCO ******)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: AUD $80,000-$85,000 per annum plus superannuation
Employer: JS & KV Group Pty Ltd
Trading Name: Tasa Coffee House
About the Company
JS & KV Group Pty Ltd, trading as Tasa Coffee House, operates a café specialising in Western-Filipino fusion cuisine. Open for breakfast, brunch and lunch, Tasa Coffee House offers a menu combining traditional Filipino flavours with contemporary Western cooking techniques, complemented by a selection of specialty coffees and cold beverages.
Our kitchen focuses on freshly prepared meals, authentic Filipino-inspired dishes and consistent food quality. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef with a strong understanding of Filipino cuisine to contribute to menu development, food preparation and daily kitchen operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and develop breakfast, brunch and lunch menus incorporating traditional Filipino dishes and Western-Filipino fusion cuisine.
- Prepare and cook Filipino-inspired dishes using traditional ingredients, marinades, sauces, seasonings and cooking techniques.
- Develop and refine recipes to maintain authentic Filipino flavours while adapting dishes to contemporary café dining.
- Estimate food quantities, ingredient costs and preparation requirements to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
- Monitor the quality, flavour, portion sizes and presentation of dishes throughout preparation and service.
- Coordinate daily food preparation and cooking activities to ensure timely service and consistent standards.
- Select and order fresh ingredients, including Filipino specialty products, meats, seafood, vegetables and pantry supplies.
- Monitor stock levels, minimise food wastage and maintain appropriate food storage and preservation procedures.
- Demonstrate cooking techniques and provide guidance to kitchen staff on Filipino food preparation, recipes and presentation standards.
- Work closely with management and front-of-house staff to coordinate menu availability, customer requirements and kitchen operations.
- Maintain compliance with Australian food safety standards, hygiene regulations and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Contribute to seasonal menu improvements and introduce new Filipino-inspired dishes suited to the café's customer base.
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery, Kitchen Management, Culinary Arts or a closely related discipline.
- Minimum one year of relevant professional experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
- Demonstrated experience preparing Filipino cuisine, with sound knowledge of traditional Filipino ingredients, flavor profiles and cooking methods.
- Experience in Western cuisine and the ability to develop Western-Filipino fusion dishes.
- Strong knowledge of menu planning, food costing, stock control and kitchen hygiene procedures.
- Ability to work independently and coordinate food preparation in a busy breakfast and lunch environment.
- Good communication, organizational and time-management skills.
- Commitment to maintaining consistent food quality and presentation standards.
What We Offer
- Full-time employment with an annual salary of $80,000-$85,000 plus superannuation.
- Opportunity to work with a distinctive Western-Filipino fusion menu.
- Involvement in menu development and introducing new dishes.
- A professional and collaborative café kitchen environment.
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