Chef

MCKKRS Pty Ltd.; Drouin; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Drouin Family Hotel in Drouin, VIC, is seeking a skilled Chef to lead kitchen operations and contribute to the preparation and delivery of quality meals. You will maintain high standards, assist with stock control and guide kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.

Applicants should have commercial cookery qualifications and at least one year of chef experience, with solid knowledge of food safety and teamwork. This full-time role offers a local opportunity with superannuation.

Qualifications

• Relevant commercial cookery or culinary qualifications.
• A minimum of one year of relevant work experience as a Chef.
• Sound knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety and effective teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop menus, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences and food costs.
• Prepare, cook and present a range of dishes to consistent quality and presentation standards.
• Monitor food quality throughout preparation and service, and oversee portion control.
• Estimate ingredient requirements, manage stock levels and assist with ordering and cost control.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and safe food-handling procedures.
• Coordinate kitchen workflow and guide kitchen staff to support efficient service.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

Commercial cookery qualifications

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Join our kitchen team The Drouin Family Hotel is seeking a skilled and motivated Chef to contribute to the preparation and delivery of quality meals, maintain high kitchen standards and support the smooth operation of our busy hospitality venue. Key responsibilities

• Plan and develop menus, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences and food costs.
• Prepare, cook and present a range of dishes to consistent quality and presentation standards.
• Monitor food quality throughout preparation and service, and oversee portion control.
• Estimate ingredient requirements, manage stock levels and assist with ordering and cost control.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and safe food-handling procedures.
• Coordinate kitchen workflow and guide kitchen staff to support efficient service.

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant commercial cookery or culinary qualifications.
• A minimum of one year of relevant work experience as a Chef.
• Sound knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety and effective teamwork.

Salary - $80,000 - $85000 plus super Only eligible and short-listed applicants will be considered.