Breakfast Chef

Wollongong Golf Club; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Wollongong Golf Club in Wollongong NSW is seeking an experienced Breakfast Chef to lead morning service across our restaurant, functions and member dining. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will ensure consistent high-quality breakfast preparation, presentation and standards in a busy hospitality venue with refurbishment underway.

Ideal candidates have prior breakfast kitchen experience, a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, and Food Safety Supervisor certification, with the ability to work

Qualifications

• Experience in breakfast service in a busy hospitality environment.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Food Safety Supervisor certification or willingness to obtain.
• Current Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality breakfast food to Club standards.
• Work across kitchen sections including prep, service and functions.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization and stock control.
• Support weddings, events and member dining.
• Follow food safety and WHS procedures.

Skills

Breakfast cooking

Food safety

Communication

Independence

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor certification

Job description

Location: Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive package based on experience

Breakfast Chef – Wollongong Golf Club

Wollongong Golf Club is one of the Illawarra’s leading hospitality and lifestyle destinations, offering premium dining, golf, accommodation, weddings, corporate functions, events and member experiences in a spectacular oceanfront setting.

With our exciting clubhouse refurbishment nearing completion, we are entering an exciting new chapter, with refreshed hospitality spaces, a new wine cellar and private dining room complementing our existing dining and events offering.

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Breakfast Chef to join our kitchen team and play an important role in delivering high-quality food across our restaurant, functions, events and member dining.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head Chef and working closely with the wider kitchen team, you will be responsible for maintaining consistently high food preparation, presentation and service standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality food to Club standards.
• Working across various sections of the kitchen as required, including preparation, service and functions.
• Ensuring consistency in food quality, portion control and presentation.
• Assisting with the preparation and delivery of weddings, corporate functions, events and special occasions.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient section throughout service.
• Ensuring food is prepared and stored in accordance with food safety requirements.
• Working collaboratively with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and wider kitchen team.
• Supporting junior kitchen staff and contributing to a positive team environment.
• Assisting with stock rotation, preparation and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Following Club procedures, food safety requirements and workplace health and safety standards.
• Contributing ideas and maintaining a high standard of professionalism and presentation.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, takes pride in their work and understands the importance of delivering a consistently excellent breakfast experience.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Breakfast Chef, Chef de Partie or in a similar commercial kitchen role.
• Experience preparing and delivering breakfast service in a busy hospitality environment.
• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of breakfast cooking techniques, food preparation and presentation.
• The ability to work independently, manage priorities and maintain an organised section.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to food safety and hygiene.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to work collaboratively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow direction.
• Flexibility to support broader kitchen operations when required.

Early morning availability is essential for this role, with rostered weekend and public holiday work as required.

Why join Wollongong Golf Club?

• Work in one of the Illawarra’s premier hospitality destinations.
• Enjoy a spectacular oceanfront workplace.
• Be part of an exciting new chapter following our clubhouse refurbishment.
• Work across restaurant dining, weddings, corporate functions, events and member experiences.
• Join a supportive and professional kitchen team.
• Competitive remuneration in accordance with the Registered and Licensed Clubs Award 2020, based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity for ongoing career development within the Club.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, ideally with breakfast service experience.
• Food Safety Supervisor certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Current Australian working rights.

If you are a motivated chef who enjoys delivering quality breakfast service and wants to be part of an established hospitality venue entering an exciting new chapter, we would love to hear from you.

Immediate start available for the right candidate.