Food and Beverage - Cook - Mt Hutt
Are you an experienced cook ready to trade in the kitchen heat for the crisp mountain air? Join our ski field kitchen crew, where the slopes meet the stovetop, and your spatula becomes a snowboard - whipping up delectable delights with a side of alpine views. This is not your average kitchen gig; it's a snow-capped adventure where every dish is a masterpiece, and your co-workers are your ski buddies. Get ready to spice up the ski season – apply now and let the culinary snowstorm begin!
Working under the guidance of the Head Chef and Chefs, you will be involved in the daily preparation of food, producing the highest quality products while adhering to all food hygiene practices and to all health and safety policies. This role is not for the faint-hearted – our outlets are busy! We're looking for kitchen dynamos who laugh in the face of hard work & have had experience cooking in high volume kitchens. Amidst the kitchen chaos, we've crafted a place where fun and support reign supreme – like a food fight but with camaraderie instead of condiments!
About the Role
Preparation of menu items and ski area cuisine adhering to company recipes, and Head Chef Instructions, to ensure consistency
All mis-en-place is prepared fresh with adequate prep, in time for service
Stock control and planning for variances in trading, minimisation of wastage
Communicating with & serving customers
Always maintaining a clean and tidy section and kitchen
Completing tasks and necessary record keeping required by the Food Control Plan
Requesting stock via the Storeman or Supply Manager, and delivering to the kitchen
Assist in other areas of the department as required
Washing dishes, scrubbing pots and sterilising equipment
Good communication with other kitchen team members and FOH team
About You
Previous experience in a commercial or high volume kitchen is essential
Qualifications are not essential, but any Food Safety or Basic Cookery certificate are desirable
Must understand basic Food safety practises
Ability to make multitasking appear effortless
Excellent customer service skills
High level of personal presentation and hygiene