Sous Chef
Ventia are currently taking expressions of interest for a Sous Chef to work on our Defence contract in Darwin, Northern Territory. As Sous Chef you would be responsible for managing the overall preparation and delivery of meal services from production facilities, ensuring regular consultation with the Head Chef regarding expectations and performance. As well as the training of all food production personnel in Ventia’s procedures and methods relating to food preparation and presentation, including those specific to religious meal service, such as Kosher and Halal.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Preventive management of food safety hazards through the systematic application of HACCP controls.
- Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, and barbeques.
- Overall stock management, including ordering of supplies, stock rotation, application of labels and dates, correct storage and handling, develop inventory control measures, ensure correct wastage practices, and coordinate stock takes.
- Train all food production personnel in Ventia’s procedures and methods relating to food preparation and presentation, including those specific to religious meal service, such as Kosher and Halal.
- Build strong working relationships with performance and compliance team, ensuring efficient management of Health, Safety and the Environment (HSE), Food Safety and HACCP, and Contract compliance
- Ensure all areas of the kitchen are clean, sanitised, well-maintained and presentable.
- Check, record and sign off on all shift cleaning schedules, and documentation relating to incoming goods, food holding units and temperature probes.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Australian recognised Commercial Cookery qualification.
- HACCP Level 3 certification preffered
- Solid understanding of contract management, quality management systems and continuous improvement principles.
- Sound knowledge of Food Safety Standards, relevant legislation and statutory obligations.
- Enthusiasm and commitment to high standards of customer service.
- Strong planning and organisation skills and proven experience in collaborative and consultative processes at a professional level.
- Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work as a member of a team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with full working rights
- This position requires a Australian Federal Police Check
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
Ventia are currently taking expressions of interest for a Sous Chef to work on our Defence contract in Darwin, Northern Territory. As Sous Chef you would be responsible for managing the overall preparation and delivery of meal services from production facilities, ensuring regular consultation with the Head Chef regarding expectations and performance. As well as the training of all food production personnel in Ventia’s procedures and methods relating to food preparation and presentation, including those specific to religious meal service, such as Kosher and Halal.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Preventive management of food safety hazards through the systematic application of HACCP controls.
- Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, and barbeques.
- Overall stock management, including ordering of supplies, stock rotation, application of labels and dates, correct storage and handling, develop inventory control measures, ensure correct wastage practices, and coordinate stock takes.
- Train all food production personnel in Ventia’s procedures and methods relating to food preparation and presentation, including those specific to religious meal service, such as Kosher and Halal.
- Build strong working relationships with performance and compliance team, ensuring efficient management of Health, Safety and the Environment (HSE), Food Safety and HACCP, and Contract compliance
- Ensure all areas of the kitchen are clean, sanitised, well-maintained and presentable.
- Check, record and sign off on all shift cleaning schedules, and documentation relating to incoming goods, food holding units and temperature probes.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Australian recognised Commercial Cookery qualification.
- HACCP Level 3 certification preffered
- Solid understanding of contract management, quality management systems and continuous improvement principles.
- Sound knowledge of Food Safety Standards, relevant legislation and statutory obligations.
- Enthusiasm and commitment to high standards of customer service.
- Strong planning and organisation skills and proven experience in collaborative and consultative processes at a professional level.
- Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work as a member of a team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with full working rights
- This position requires a Australian Federal Police Check
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
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