Assistant Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Sydney, NSW, Australia · Contract · $35/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
For a cook looking to build a career in Australian hospitality, this Assistant Chef opening in Sydney offers a chance to grow alongside a venue that is reinventing itself. The pub has changed hands, and its new owners want aspirational, innovative cooks or chefs with real enthusiasm.
Their plan is to develop the hotel into a lively neighbourhood hub and sports venue with a strong food offering, supported by renovations across the property, more entertainment and daily lunch and dinner service in several areas. Being part of a transformation like this is valuable experience for a growing career.
Work is offered on a casual basis, with lunch and dinner shifts on Monday and Tuesday and a lunch or dinner shift on Saturday and Sunday. More hours are expected as the venue grows, and applicants ready to start immediately are strongly preferred. The venue may be able to offer sponsorship opportunities to the right candidate.
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Key Responsibilities
- Prepare fresh, modern pub food to a consistently high standard
- Serve dishes that meet the kitchen's quality and presentation standards
- Maintain service standards throughout each shift
- Support the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations
- Comply with food safety, hygiene and compliance standards
- Collaborate within a positive, supportive kitchen team
Requirements & Eligibility
- Commercial kitchen experience and confidence across a busy service
- Reliability, punctuality and a great attitude
- Ability to work independently while following the Head Chef's direction
- Pride in producing food of consistent quality
- Enjoyment of modern pub food and of working with fresh produce
- Strong performance under pressure and as part of a team, with positive energy and a strong team attitude
- Flexibility across lunch, dinner and weekend services
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