Chef

Hospitality · Gundaroo, Australia · Full-Time · $75,000 - $85,000/yr

This Chef opening suits qualified culinary professionals who want broad experience and a long-term career in Australia. An established hospitality team in New South Wales runs a quality dining and events operation, and it needs an experienced Chef who prizes quality, consistency and fresh produce.

The kitchen balances à la carte dining with large-scale functions, from restaurant service to weddings, corporate events, private functions and special occasions. You will work alongside experienced professionals, with scope to contribute to menus, food costing, kitchen processes and the use of locally sourced produce, gaining valuable experience in the NSW regional dining sector.

Chefs from India and other countries are welcome to apply; visa sponsorship is available for suitable overseas candidates.

Key Responsibilities

Cooking: prepare high-quality dishes for à la carte and function services, applying the right techniques for each
Menu collaboration: work with the Head Chef to deliver menus and daily requirements, and assist with menu planning, development and costing
Ingredients and produce: select, inspect and prepare fresh ingredients to quality standards, drawing on knowledge of local and regional produce and its handling
Stock and storage: manage food storage, stock rotation and ingredient handling, and assist with ordering and inventory control
Quality and waste: monitor preparation for consistency, quality and presentation, and minimise waste through effective preparation, portion control and storage
Hygiene: uphold strict kitchen hygiene and food safety standards
Service flow: perform effectively during busy restaurant and function services and help coordinate kitchen workflow
Team leadership: support and guide junior team members and delegate suitable preparation and kitchen tasks according to capability
Improvement and guest focus: identify efficiency gains and communicate recommendations, and collaborate with the wider hospitality team on excellent guest experiences

Requirements & Eligibility

Qualification: Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent recognised qualification
Experience: at least 3 years of relevant professional kitchen experience
Strong commercial cooking and food preparation background
A track record in quality dining environments
Fine dining experience is advantageous
Regional or rural hospitality experience is advantageous
Sound knowledge of kitchen procedures, hygiene and food safety
Confidence working with seasonal and fresh produce
Strong focus on consistency, presentation and food quality
Efficiency in a fast-paced kitchen, supported by strong multitasking and time-management skills
Composure and effective decision-making under pressure
Good teamwork and communication skills
Capability to assist with supervising junior staff and delegating tasks to them
A professional attitude and commitment to high standards of hospitality
Genuine interest in developing a long-term culinary career in Australia
Candidates must satisfy relevant Australian employment and visa requirements; visa sponsorship is available for suitable overseas candidates without Australian work rights

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