CHEF

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd; Berry; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Career growth

Supportive work environment

Flexible working arrangements

Health benefits

Team-building activities

Job summary

The Garden Berry in Berry, NSW is hiring a full-time Chef to join our kitchen team, delivering breakfast and lunch seven days a week with a focus on fresh, local produce. You will lead meal prep, maintain quality and assist with menu development in a fast-paced café-restaurant setting.

We offer a competitive salary, career growth opportunities and a supportive, flexible work environment with health benefits and team-building events.

Qualifications

• Mandatory: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and Certificate IV in Kitchen Management.
• Diploma of Hospitality Management (Preferred).
• Minimum 1 year experience as a full-time chef.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting breakfast, lunch and other menu items to a consistently high standard.
• Planning and preparing food in accordance with established recipes, portion sizes and presentation requirements.
• Monitoring food quality at all stages of preparation and service to ensure consistency and customer satisfaction.
• Assisting with menu development and seasonal menu changes, including the use of fresh and locally sourced ingredients.
• Managing food preparation, mise en place and kitchen workflow during busy service periods.
• Monitoring stock levels, ordering ingredients and supplies, and assisting with stock rotation to minimise waste.
• Ensuring correct storage, handling and labelling of food in accordance with food safety requirements.
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across food preparation areas, cooking equipment and kitchen facilities.
• Supervising and guiding kitchen staff where required and assisting with the training of junior team members.
• Coordinating with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate preparation of customer orders.
• Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety, food hygiene and sanitation standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

TGB GROUP PTY LTD The Garden Berry is a vibrant café, restaurant and bar in Berry, NSW, serving breakfast and lunch seven days a week with a strong focus on fresh, local and seasonal produce. We are seeking an experienced Chef (full-time) to join our kitchen team.

Benefits

• Benefits Competitive Salary: Attractive remuneration package, including performance bonuses.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive Work Environment: Collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements.
• Employee Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits and regular team-building activities.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting breakfast, lunch and other menu items to a consistently high standard.
• Planning and preparing food in accordance with established recipes, portion sizes and presentation requirements.
• Monitoring food quality at all stages of preparation and service to ensure consistency and customer satisfaction.
• Assisting with menu development and seasonal menu changes, including the use of fresh and locally sourced ingredients.
• Managing food preparation, mise en place and kitchen workflow during busy service periods.
• Monitoring stock levels, ordering ingredients and supplies, and assisting with stock rotation to minimise waste.
• Ensuring correct storage, handling and labelling of food in accordance with food safety requirements.
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across food preparation areas, cooking equipment and kitchen facilities.
• Supervising and guiding kitchen staff where required and assisting with the training of junior team members.
• Coordinating with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate preparation of customer orders.
• Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety, food hygiene and sanitation standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (Mandatory)
• Diploma of Hospitality Management (Preferred)
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Full-time Chef or equivalent
• Strong Communication Skills
• Strong Organisational and Multitasking skills

About Company

The Garden Berry is a vibrant café, restaurant and bar in Berry, NSW, serving breakfast and lunch seven days a week with a strong focus on fresh, local and seasonal produce. It offers a relaxed dining experience with a focus on fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The venue serves breakfast and lunch and is known for quality food, friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere for both locals and visitors.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $80000-100000