Choofas Smokehouse & Seafood is a long-established restaurant and bar with a unique vibe located in the heart of Coolangatta QLD, offering a combination of locally sourced Fresh and Cooked Seafood, American Style BBQ Meats, Ribs, Wings, Chicken, Burgers and Salads.

One of our specialties is Australian Angus and Wagyu Steaks.

We have a casual position available for a specialist grill chef/Sous chef experienced with Chargrilled Steaks and Seafood to join our kitchen team.

Working with our new Head Chef, have the satisfaction of knowing you can make a difference to the long term success of the business.

ABOUT THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation, cooking and presentation of meals in a timely, consistent and professional manner. 

• Monitor plate presentation and portion sizes to ensure quality and consistency.

• Food ordering and stocking the kitchen, ensuring inventory of perishables and supplies are at minimum levels, but sufficient to meet forecasted business levels.

• Ensure prep levels are maintained to appropriate levels for service.

• Monitor wastage whilst maintaining the highest quality standards.

• Setup and pack down of the kitchen, ensuring the highest quality of hygiene standards.

• Compliance with work safe and work place health and safety procedures.

• Communicate with all colleagues and suppliers in a respectful, timely and respectful manner.

• Be part of a committed team of people in a fast-paced kitchen providing back-up support to all positions as required.

SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a comparable business in a busy kitchen.

• Ability to work in Australia without any restrictions.

• Must be available to work on weekdays, weekends and some public holiday.

• Current certification in food safety and handling, as required under the QLD Food Safety Supervisor guidelines or attain certification within 30 days of employment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Possess a positive can do attitude whilst at times working in a high pressure environment. 

• High standard of personal presentation as well as moral and ethical standards, encouraging the same of others.

• Full Australian drivers license.