Position: Cook
Work Type: Full-Time
Salary: Circa $45,000 + 9.5% Superannuation
Location:  Esplanade & Yeppoon, QLD

Our client who is one of the largest café chains in Australia - are now seeking 2 x qualified cooks to join their kitchen team. The stores are located in Esplanade and Yeppoon, QLD ; and serves All-day breakfast and café lunches, plus their highly celebrated signature coffee blends.  
We invite you to apply and enjoy a new café cooking experience.
 
Your duties will include:
Cooking breakfast and lunch menu items
Preparing ingredients for cooking e.g. washing, chopping , weighing, cutting etc.
Ensuring work area is clean and well stocked
Adhering to OH&S regulations and procedures
Maintaining a hygienic and safe work place
Working cohesively in a fast-paced Kitchen team
 
To be eligible for this role:
Relevant work experience (Ideally, 2+ years experience in similar kitchen environments)
Reliable, trustworthy and punctual
Hands on approach and a “can do” attitude
 
If this sounds like you, do not hesitate to send your CV to us at cv@bigturn.com.au or 
Click Apply Now button below.

Position: Chef
Work Type: Full-Time
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 + 9.5% Superannuation
Location: Canberra, ACT

A once in a life time Opportunity now exists - to work in Canberra's dedicated sporting venue on Canberra's lakeside entertainment precinct. Our client has struck all the right chords with the local community and they loving the inspired menus and the unprescedented sporting vibe resounding throughout the venue.

We are looking for a qualified, inspired and committed Sous Chef

Your duties will include: 
- Produce high quality dishes that follow up the established menu and level up to location’s standards, as well as to clients’ requirements
- Work with the head chef to produce diversified menus in accordance with the restaurant’s policy and vision
- Make sure that the professional equipment is in good conditions and signal any malfunction before it affects the staff or the clients
- Come up with new dishes which appeal to the clients, whenever required
- Plan the food design in order to create a perfect match between the dish’s aspect and its taste

You will need: 
- 3+ years experience in a similar setting and position
- A strong work ethic 
- A sense of responsibility and integrity 
- An eagerness to step up to a senior role within a busy environment and create new recipes to spark a creative flair within our dynamic team

If this sounds like you, do not hesitate to send your CV to us at cv@bigturn.com.au or Click Apply Now button below.


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Our client located in picturesque Central Coast, NSW, is seeking to employ experienced chefs to join their busy restaurant.Situated in a friendly coastal beach just a short journey from Sydney,enjoy the best of both worlds- the closeness to the vibrant Sydney life and the serene and calmness of Central Coast. Be sure to check out the beautiful beaches and get in touch with nature on your next day off work! 

The venue is ideal for a meal with family or friends as it is centrally located and provides ample seating. The modern interior coupled with gourmet food adds a refreshing touch of fanciness. Work with a passionate kitchen team dedicated to serving the best food in the area!

Your duties will include: 
- Cooking lunch and dinner menu items 
- Preparing ingredients for cooking e.g.washing, chopping, cutting etc. 
- Ensuring work area is well stocked 
- Adhering to OH&S regulations and procedures 
- Maintaining a hygienic and safe work place 
- Working cohesively in a kitchen team

To be eligible for this role: 
- Formal qualifications in Commercial Cookery or Hospitality Management 
- Relevant work experience (Ideally, 2+ yearsfull time) 
- Good Communication and people skills
- Valid working rights

In return, you will be rewarded with an attractive salary package and be working with a team of energetic and dedicated cooks!
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If you are interested in the above position, please send your CV by applying to this Ad with a short introduction cover letter, or send it to cv@bigturn.com.au

Our client is looking for a cook and a kitchen hand! The ideal candidates will have experience working in a Korean kitchen, have strong team work and communication skills and be able to prepare a variety of Korean cuisines to the high standard required by the restaurant

Responsibilities for cook include but are not limited to:
- Examining food stuff to ensure quality
- Assisting with the maintenance and monitoring of Food Safety Program
- Operating and regulating temperatures of all cooking equipment including ovens, and grills
- Preparing sauces, stock, gravies and cooking food
- Seasoning food during cooking
- Storing food in temperature controlled facilities
- Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements
- Assisting in planning menus and estimates food requirements
- Ensuring the kitchen is clean and dishes are washed
- Conducting continuous improvement activity to enhance catering services to residents
- Training to other kitchen staffs
- Maintaining a close working relationship with the Facility Manager and Chef

As the successful cook applicant, you will possess the following:
- Trade Cook Certificate
- Basic and Advanced Food Handling Courses
- Knowledge of OH&S
- Experience in menu planning
- Ability to work well within a team environment
- Strong leadership abilities
- Excellent communication and written skills

Responsibilities for kitchen hand include but are not limited to:
- Wash and clean utensils and dishes, return to the kitchen and make sure they are stored appropriately
- Clean food preparation equipment, floors and other kitchen tools or areas
- Clean up spillages when they occur
- Ensure proper use of chemical/cleaning products and ensure they are stored appropriately
- Follow all hygiene and Health and Safety regulations within the kitchen
- Assist the Chef in the preparation and cooking of food, as required
- Follow direction toward portion control, cooking standards and wastage
- Maintain a positive and motivated work ethic in the kitchen at all times
- Handle, sort, store and distribute food items
- Follow instructions from the Chef or nominee
- Any other duties the employer may reasonably require

As the successful kitchen applicant, you will possess the following:
- Trade Cook Certificate
- Basic and Advanced Food Handling Courses
- Knowledge of OH&S
- Ability to work well within a team environment
- Excellent communication and written skills

The ideal candidates will have a strong understanding and knowledge of Korean food and ingredients. You will be reporting directly to the Restaurant Manager, chef, and director of the company however, you will also display strong leadership skills as kitchen hand staff, waitresses and delivery drivers will be reporting to you and you may be required to train other kitchen staff and apprentices. If you are passionate Korean cook who can work in fast passed environment, we would like to hear from you.

Position: Restaurant Manager 
Location: Sydney CBD, NSW
Salary: $54,000.00 + 9.5% Super
Work Type: Full Time

Medusa Greek Taverna is a busy restaurant located in the heart of the Sydney CBD serving traditional Greek cuisine. The ingredients used is fresh and the dishes are packed with flavour. Medusa Greek Taverna also prides itself on warm, attentive hospitality and service. They are currently looking for an experienced restaurant manager to join their team. 

Responsibilities of this role: 

• Planning and organising events, functions, catering requests
• Selecting, training and supervising staff
• Maintaining stock and financial records
• Ordering and receiving stock
• Taking reservations (phone, website), regularly checking social media outlets for the restaurant and addressing enquiries/feedback
• Arranging the purchasing and pricing of goods according to budget
• Ensuring dining facilities comply with health regulations and are clean

To be suitable for this role, you should:

• Have prior managerial experience in a hospitality setting 
• Possess excellent customer service skills and be professional in dealing with feedback, enquiries and complaints
• Possess the confidence to lead a team and have strong organisational skills
• Have a relevant certification in management 

If you think you are suitable for this role, please forward a copy of your CV to cv@bigturn.com.au or click Apply Now. ​