Family restaurant located in Xewkija Gozo specializing in local and Mediterranean cuisine.

Ta Kalang Restaurant

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Overview&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Join our kitchen team preparing high-quality, consistent dishes for a diverse clientele. The role focuses on station management, food preparation, and maintaining kitchen standards during part-time shifts.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Responsibilities&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Station Preparation &amp;amp; Cooking:&lt;/strong&gt; Prepare, cook, and plate menu items to recipe and presentation standards for assigned station(s).&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Food Quality &amp;amp; Consistency:&lt;/strong&gt; Ensure taste, portion control, and appearance meet established specifications.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Mise en Place:&lt;/strong&gt; Maintain organized mise en place, anticipate service needs, and replenish supplies during service.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Food Safety &amp;amp; Hygiene:&lt;/strong&gt; Follow HACCP and local food safety procedures; maintain a clean and sanitized workstation and equipment.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Inventory &amp;amp; Stock Control:&lt;/strong&gt; Monitor stock levels, assist with receiving deliveries, rotate stock (FIFO), and report shortages or discrepancies.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Teamwork &amp;amp; Communication:&lt;/strong&gt; Coordinate with other kitchen staff and front-of-house to ensure smooth service flow and timely ticket completion.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Shift Management:&lt;/strong&gt; Assist the chef de cuisine/sous chef with opening and closing duties for the station, including cleaning and prep for the next shift.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Adaptability:&lt;/strong&gt; Support other stations when required and handle peak service pressure while maintaining standards.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Training &amp;amp; Development:&lt;/strong&gt; Mentor junior kitchen staff and participate in on-the-job training to improve skills and knowledge.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Skills &amp;amp; Qualifications&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Experience:&lt;/strong&gt; Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a fast-paced kitchen; associate-level experience expected.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Culinary Skills:&lt;/strong&gt; Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, knife skills, portion control, and plating.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Food Safety Certification:&lt;/strong&gt; Formal training or certification in food safety and hygiene preferred.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Languages:&lt;/strong&gt; Professional working proficiency in English; basic conversational Maltese desirable.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Physical Requirements:&lt;/strong&gt; Ability to work on feet for prolonged periods, lift moderate weights, and work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Personal Attributes:&lt;/strong&gt; Detail-oriented, efficient, calm under pressure, reliable, and a collaborative team player.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;- &lt;strong&gt;Availability:&lt;/strong&gt; Willingness to work part-time onsite with schedule flexibility to meet service demands.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Competitive candidates will demonstrate consistent product quality, strong station ownership, and a commitment to kitchen standards and teamwork.&lt;/p&gt;