Chef

NRMA Parks and Resorts; Durras Lake; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation available

Referral bonus up to $2,000

Job summary

NRMA Parks and Resorts is seeking a full-time qualified Chef for Murramarang Resort on the NSW South Coast. This hands-on role covers our Beach Bistro, takeaway outlet and conference/event operations, across breakfast, lunch, dinner and events.

You'll undertake general and specialised cooking duties, maintain high standards, monitor hygiene, assist with stock and contribute to safe, compliant kitchen practices in a busy resort environment.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery.
• Experience working as a qualified Chef in a busy restaurant, hotel, resort or functions environment.
• Experience preparing high-volume meals whilst maintaining quality and consistency.
• A sound understanding of modern Australian cuisine and contemporary food trends.
• Experience catering for conferences, events or weddings will be highly regarded.
• A passion for food, presentation and creating memorable dining experiences.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a kitchen team.
• Possess a DoFoodSafely Certificate of completion.
• Flexible attitude to working a 7-day roster, including weekends, evenings and public holidays.
• Immediate availability or the ability to commence in the short term is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general and specialised cooking duties to a high standard.
• Work within established menu, recipe and food cost frameworks, ensuring consistency, quality and compliance with company standards across all dining venues.
• Work across a variety of dining outlets, supporting breakfast, lunch, dinner and event service.
• Maintain food quality, consistency and presentation during high-volume service periods.
• Monitor the hygiene of food preparation areas, equipment and storage facilities.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and minimising food wastage.
• Support conference, event and wedding catering operations.
• Under the direction of the Head Chef, assist with kitchen management, portion control and supervision of junior team members.
• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment in line with food safety and WHS requirements.

Education

Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery

Job description

With properties in some of Australia's most iconic locations, NRMA Parks & Resorts provide accommodation that suits every budget, style, and occasion - from campsites to luxury resorts. We connect holidaymakers with over 50 incredible destinations to create unforgettable holiday experiences. Part of the trusted NRMA Group, a member-owned brand, our passionate team works together to make holiday magic happen- it's not just our job, it's in our nature.

NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resortwill become your newhome-away-from-home - surrounded bythe spectacular Murramarang national park and stunning absolute beachfront. Located just north of Batemans Bay on the South Coast of NSW. The Resort offers alarge range ofcamp/caravan sites and accommodation options, from Beachfront Villa's, to Glamping Tents. We offer a multitude of facilities for the young and young at heart including resort style pools and licenced on-site dining options as well as conference/events/wedding facilities.

Job Description

• With your experience, create an impacton our guests in this hands-on and detail orientated role
• Ensure our guests have a great dining experience and make holiday memories
• Staff accommodation available

What You'll Do

We are looking for a full-time qualified Chef to join our team at Murramarang Resort. This is a hands-on role working across our food and beverage venues, including our popular Beach Bistro, takeaway outlet, and conference and event operations.

• Undertake general and specialised cooking duties to a high standard
• Work within established menu, recipe and food cost frameworks, ensuring consistency, quality and compliance with company standards across all dining venues
• Work across a variety of dining outlets, supporting breakfast, lunch, dinner and event service
• Maintain food quality, consistency and presentation during high-volume service periods
• Monitor the hygiene of food preparation areas, equipment and storage facilities
• Assist with stock control, ordering and minimising food wastage
• Support conference, event and wedding catering operations
• Under the direction of the Head Chef, assist with kitchen management, portion control and supervision of junior team members
• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment in line with food safety and WHS requirements

What you'll bring

• Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery
• Previous experience working as a qualified Chef in a busy restaurant, hotel, resort or functions environment
• Experience preparing high-volume meals whilst maintaining quality and consistency
• A sound understanding of modern Australian cuisine and contemporary food trends
• Experience catering for conferences, events or weddings will be highly regarded
• A passion for food, presentation and creating memorable dining experiences
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a kitchen team
• Possess a DoFoodSafely Certificate of completion
• Flexible attitude to working a 7-day roster, including weekends, evenings and public holidays
• Immediate availability or the ability to commence in the short term is highly desirable

What's in it for you

At the NRMA we aren’t just about discounts (although you do get these too). We offer benefits to help make work and life just right for you!

• Progressive flexibility and well-being benefits to balance all of life's priorities
• Complimentary myNRMA Rewards membership including discounts on groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more
• Employee referral program where you may be eligible for a referral bonus of up to $2,000
• Potential to grow, progress or relocate your career and move around the NRMA Group or different locations with us.

Know You Belong

At NRMA Parks and Resorts we're for inclusion, diversity, and representing the members, guests, customers, and communities we serve. That's why we welcome applications from First Nations, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be part of our team.

As part of our recruitment process, all employees at NRMA Parks and Resorts are subject to mandatory pre-employment checks.