Chef - Afternoon Shift

About the business

Gourmaniais a proudly WA-owned company with 40+ years experience in food manufacturing and is a leading producer and distributor of premium food products. We offer an extensive range of component food products and ready-to-eat meals suitable for food service, food manufacturing, export, and retail applications across a customer base that is local, national and international.   Gourmania has a well-established relationship with the WA Government; being one of the largest contracted suppliers of pre-prepared food to WA public hospitals.

About the role

Reporting to Management, your main responsibilities will include:

• Day to day operations with high volume cooking.
• Following recipes, procedures and product specifications to identify defects easily.
• Work and operate to the standards of a SQF Certified Facility.
• Have a good understanding and adherence to HACCP and GMP.
• Report any equipment issues, safety hazards or unsafe practices to  your supervisor.
• Have knowledge of operating Ovens and various kitchen equipment.
• Possess a positive attitude and be able to work with a variety of different people efficiently and effectively.
• Taking ownership/accountability for taste, texture and adherence to cooking and chilling timeframes and standards.
• Accountability for quality.
• Batch documentation and recording.
• Waste and yield management.

About you

• Previous experience in chefing
• Positive and energetic attitude.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the position.
• Ability to work autonomously while supporting and being a part of a team.
• Good team worker

Benefits and perks

Great work life balance with shifts available 5 days per week (Monday to Friday, 12pm to 8pm). No weekend and public holiday work required. Opportunities to grow as the organisation grows that has a friendly and inclusive culture. We offer continuous training and career development opportunities.  The company is located in a central location in Bayswater (15mins from the city), with onsite parking.