Head Cook - Coorparoo

At Guzman y Gomez, we believe in authentic flavors and the power of food to bring people together. As our Head Cook at GYG, you will be at the heart of our mission to serve up the best Mexican food experience. Your responsibilities will include aiding in the training and growth of the entire kitchen team. Additionally, you'll provide support to the Restaurant Manager in overseeing key metrics such as COGS, labor, and operating expenses. We may conduct background checks including Police Checks and employment verification as part of our recruitment process.

Responsibilities

Aiding in the training and growth of the entire kitchen team; Providing support to the Restaurant Manager in overseeing key metrics such as COGS, labor, and operating expenses

Requirements

Experience in a kitchen / cooking role within a busy hospitality environment; Experience leading and developing a team; Ability to understand, interpret and explain key kitchen financial performance indicators including cost of goods, labor costs and wastage; Certificate in commercial cookery or equivalent experience; Sound understanding of food safety concerns; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus structure; Flexible rosters and employment stability; Opportunities for advancing leadership abilities, including progression to Restaurant Management and beyond; Comprehensive training program and support; Heavily discounted GYG meals; Free and comfortable GYG uniforms and exclusive merch; Team building activities and regular crew competitions; Cultural celebrations including Day of the Dead and Cinco de Mayo; Sonder employee assistance program for employees and their families; Opportunity to join the Hola Central team or become a Franchisee