Our Lead Cooks are in charge of our kitchen during any given shift.

They are highly organised and motivated towards delivering a high quality, consistent product that exceeds the expectations of our guests. They understand that the food is ultimately what brings people together to genuinely connect at Fonda and will treat guests as if they were guests in their own home. They work quickly and accurately under pressure and never skip the details.

WHO IS FONDA?

A 'Fonda' is an open Mexican kitchen, where people come together to share home cooking that is fresh, locally sourced, cooked and served with love. Our core purpose is to bring people together to genuinely connect. Our offering is a delicious, fresh Mexican inspired menu that is always served with a side fun and good vibes.

Born in the backstreets of Richmond in 2011, Fonda is a young company with 7 Melbourne restaurants (casas) at Richmond, Windsor, Flinders Lane, Hawthorn, Knox, Chadstone and Collingwood. We also opened our first Interstate Fonda late last year in Bondi. We're a growing business and are looking for leaders that want to be part of the next phase of our exciting growth journey.

At Fonda, more than anything, we are most proud of the culture we have created. We are not a typical hospitality business. Fondarians are encouraged to lead, not manage. There is a level of autonomy and respect that comes with that and respect for everyone is at the core of everything we do.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Ensuring timely, high-quality production and service of meals is established and maintained at all times.

Leading from the front by running shifts during the busiest services.

Providing on shift coaching and mentoring

Requirements

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

Experience: You've worked a minimum of 2 years in a professional kitchen.

Skills: You should have previous experience with rostering in a kitchen setting, have the highest of food safety knowledge and standards, possess excellent knife skills and have experience working with commercial cooking equipment.

Leadership: Demonstrable leadership experience, preferably in a kitchen setting.

Guest Focus: You are completely obsessed with delivering an exceptional product for our guests. You'll cook for guests like they are friends or family visiting your home.

Action Oriented: You are positive and solutions focused and enjoy working hard. You thrive under pressure all the while earning and keeping the respect of the team and peers.

Detail focused: You have an incredible attention to detail and are process driven. You're knowledgeable about food safety and are committed to delivering a safe product 100% of the time.

Approachability: You have a contagious zest for life, a genuine love for making people happy and live for the high of working in a busy environment. You love sharing your knowledge with others and can adjust your teaching style to suit others.

Ethics and Values: You have a high sense of personal responsibility and are passionate about genuine ownership and leadership. Those around you are confident that you deliver everything you've committed yourself to, without compromising quality. You word is your bond. You practice what you preach and lead by example.

Benefits

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM US:

Opportunity to grow and develop within a fast paced, ambitious business.

An environment where you will be able to grow and develop your kitchen management skills

Exciting high pace work.

WHAT NOW?

If you're ready to join Fonda please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your experience and why Fonda sounds like the new home for you.

MI CASA SU CASA - MY HOUSE IS YOUR HOUSE

The application form will include these questions:

• What is your expected annual salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a manager / team lead?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many hours are you available to work per week?
• What days and times are you available to work?