Chef

Glenelg Public House; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive team

Job summary

The Glenelg Public House in Mermaid Beach, QLD, is seeking a dedicated Chef to help maintain high standards across every dish that leaves the pass. We are a modern steakhouse focused on honest food, bold flavours and quality ingredients.

You will prepare, cook and present dishes to established standards, contribute to seasonal menus, manage stock and wastage, and support a collaborative kitchen team in a safe, vibrant work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (preferred, not essential).
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team.
• Passion for quality produce and well-executed food.
• Reliable and consistent.
• Experience cooking with meat, grills or open flame is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to established standards
• Contributing ideas to seasonal menus using fresh produce and stock on hand
• Delivering consistent quality and attention to detail for every guest
• Helping with stock control, rotation, ordering and minimising wastage
• Supporting and working alongside other kitchen team members
• Keeping a positive, team-focused environment in the kitchen
• Following health, safety and food hygiene standards at all times

Skills

Under pressure

Teamwork

Quality produce

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

As a chef you'll help maintain high standards across every dish that leaves the pass at The Glenelg Public House, a modern venue inspired by timeless hospitality: open flames, great steaks, boutique wines, and a kitchen that genuinely cares about craft.

Key responsibilities

Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to established standards

Contributing ideas to seasonal menus using fresh produce and stock on hand

Delivering consistent quality and attention to detail for every guest

Helping with stock control, rotation, ordering and minimising wastage

Supporting and working alongside other kitchen team members

Keeping a positive, team-focused environment in the kitchen

Following health, safety and food hygiene standards at all times

About you

Has experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen

Holds a Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (preferred, not essential)

Works well under pressure and enjoys being part of a team

Has a genuine passion for quality produce and well‑executed food

Is reliable, consistent and takes pride in their work

Has experience cooking with meat, grills or open flame (a bonus, not essential)

About us

The Glenelg Public House is located in the heart of Mermaid Beach. We are a renowned local steakhouse known for honest food, bold flavours and high-quality produce. We pride ourselves on exceptional dining experiences built on quality ingredients, classic techniques and genuine hospitality.

Permanent full-time and casual positions

Competitive pay based on experience

A supportive team where you can grow your skills