Chef Cafe jobs

Multiple Roles || Barista | Bar Attendant | Chef | Cook | Bar Supervisor | Cafe Manager

***We are looking for local residents, minimum NT, for the roles. Please don't apply from overseas or interstate unless you have a visa with work rights and a date of arrival.***

Daily Grind RDH Café, a high-volume café situated at the Royal Darwin Hospital, is seeking passionate individuals to join our dynamic and energetic team. We are currently recruiting for various positions, including Barista, Chefs, Cooks, Baristas, Restaurant Managers, Bar Attendant, and Bar Supervisor.

If you possess a passion for exceptional food, outstanding customer service, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

* **Chefs/Cooks:**

• Plan and assist menus, manage budgets, train kitchen staff, and prepare and cook food.
• Ensure exceptional service and high-quality food, maintaining consistency.
• Prioritise health and safety standards, manage stock levels, and proactively prepare for service.
• discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dietitians and kitchen and waiting staff
• demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures

preparing and cooking food

• explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
• select and train staff
• may freeze and preserve foods

* **Baristas:**

• Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and beverages with a focus on presentation and consistency.
• clearing used dishes, cutlery and glassware and bottles from dining and drinking area
• preparing, serving and selling mixed drinks, bottled, canned and other non-alcoholic beverages, and a variety of coffee beverages such as lattes, cappuccinos and other espresso-based beverages
• cleaning and maintaining bar service areas, coffee-making areas and espresso machines
• collecting payment for sales and operating point of sale
• selecting and grinding coffee
• replenishing drink dispensers, shelves and refrigerators
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment.
• Engage with customers to provide a welcoming and friendly experience.
• Demonstrate exceptional speed and efficiency.

* **Cafe Manager:**

• Oversee daily operations, ensuring seamless service and exceptional customer experiences.
• Manage staff, coordinate schedules, and maintain inventory.
• Implement rostering strategies to optimise staffing levels.
• Leadership and Training;
• Lead the team in maintaining high standards of service, hygiene, and safety.
• Lead training and induction programs to enhance staff skills and knowledge.

* **Bar Attendant:**

• Greeting guests, and suggesting and taking food and beverage orders.
• Serving food and drinks to patrons at tables.
• Clearing tables and returning dishes and cutlery to the kitchen.
• Bussing from tables.
• General cleaning

* **Bar Supervisor:**

• Assist is overseeing daily operations, ensuring seamless service and exceptional customer experiences.
• Assist manage staff, coordinate schedules, and maintain inventory.
• Assist in Implement rostering strategies to optimise staffing levels.
• Leadership and Training;
• Assist in lead the team in maintaining high standards of service, hygiene, and safety.
• Assist in lead training and induction programs to enhance staff skills and knowledge.
• Communicate with kitchen team and barista’s on stock level
• Organising the team to ensure speedy efficient service
• Greeting guests, and suggesting and taking food and beverage orders.
• Serving food and drinks to patrons at tables.
• Clearing tables and returning dishes and cutlery to the kitchen.
• Bussing from tables.
• General cleaning

**Required Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:**

All Positions:

* Motivation and adaptability in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

* At least 1 year of relevant experience in a busy environment.

* Ability to work under pressure and deliver exceptional service.

* Strong organisational and communication skills.

* High level of attention to detail and a passion for providing excellent service.

* Flexibility to work split shifts, nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Chefs/Cooks: $65,000 – $73,000

* Cert III, IV, or a Diploma in Hospitality.

* Proven track record in food production and kitchen management.

* Ability to train and mentor junior kitchen staff.

Baristas: $60,000 – $70,000

* minimum 1 year experience in preparing coffee and other beverages in a high volume cafe.

**Knowledge of diverse coffee beans and brewing techniques is advantageous.**

Cafe Manager: $68,000 – $75,000

* Cert IV or Diploma-level qualification is preferred.

* Strong leadership skills and experience in team management are essential.

* Proven ability to oversee operations and meet customer expectations.

* Minimum 2 years of managerial or supervisor experience.

Bar Attendants: $60,000 – $65,000

* Minimum 1 year of experience in food and beverage service is preferred.

* Excellent communication and customer service skills are required.

* Knowledge of safe food handling and hygiene practices is paramount.

* Ability to accurately take orders and perform efficiently under pressure.

Bar Supervisor: $63,000- $70,000

* 1-2 years of experience in food and beverage service is preferred.

* Excellent communication and customer service skills are required.

* Knowledge of safe food handling and hygiene practices is essential.

* Ability to accurately take orders and perform efficiently under pressure.

* Leadership skills and experience in team development are required.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $60,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Visa sponsorship

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently living in the Northern Territory?

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person