Chef

Company Details

Business Name: The Gundaroo Inn

Location: 23 Cork St, Gundaroo NSW 2620, Australia

Position: Chef

Salary: $75,000- $85,000 PA

Description: 

The Gundaroo Inn, is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our professional kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and is committed to delivering high-quality food and exceptional service. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high culinary standards, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations, while contributing positively to overall kitchen operations and the continued success of the business.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Creative freedom
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
• Flexible work arrangements
• Recognition and performance based incentives

Task & responsibilities

• Plan and design menus, estimate food and labour costs, and manage the ordering and procurement of ingredients and kitchen supplies.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Collaborate with management, dietitians, and kitchen and service staff to coordinate food production and service requirements.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and provide guidance to kitchen staff on preparation methods and established standards.
• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes, ensuring consistency, quality, and timely service.
• Enforce and maintain strict compliance with hygiene, food safety, and workplace health and safety regulations.
• Assist with the recruitment, training, and supervision of kitchen staff where required.
• Oversee proper food storage, preservation, and handling procedures, including freezing and stock rotation practices.

Qualification & experience

• Minimum of Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent work experience. 
• Minimum 1 year of experience in related field.
• In-depth knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen operations. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.