Chef

Sherbourne Hotel; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Staff benefits and discounts

Professional growth

Job summary

Sherbourne Hotel in Shepparton, Victoria, is seeking a talented Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. You will prepare, cook and plate a range of dishes, while maintaining high standards of quality, presentation and hygiene.

The successful candidate will work closely with kitchen and front-of-house teams, contribute to menu development and ensure services run smoothly. The role offers a competitive salary and permanent employment with development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year relevant experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy hospitality environment.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting a variety of food items in accordance with our menu and quality standards.
• Ensuring food is prepared consistently, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Maintaining excellent standards of food presentation and portion control.
• Preparing ingredients, sauces, garnishes and other components required for service.
• Monitoring food quality, freshness and storage conditions.
• Following food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen throughout service.
• Assisting with stock control, ordering and monitoring kitchen supplies.
• Minimising food wastage and maintaining appropriate portion sizes.
• Working effectively with other kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Contributing to menu development and providing new ideas where appropriate.

Skills

Experience as Chef

Food safety

Teamwork

Cooking techniques

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Position: Chef – Full-Time

Location: Shepparton, VIC

Salary: A$80,000 – A$82,000 per year plus Superannuation

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Hours: 38 hours per week

Job DescriptionAbout the Role

Sherbourne Hotel is seeking a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Chef to join our kitchen team in Shepparton Victoria.

We are looking for a passionate Chef who takes pride in preparing high-quality food and delivering an excellent dining experience to our customers. The successful candidate will work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness and service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Chef who is looking to develop their culinary skills and grow within a dynamic hospitality business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing, cooking and presenting a variety of food items in accordance with our menu and quality standards.
• Ensuring food is prepared consistently, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Maintaining excellent standards of food presentation and portion control.
• Preparing ingredients, sauces, garnishes and other components required for service.
• Monitoring food quality, freshness and storage conditions.
• Following food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen throughout service.
• Assisting with stock control, ordering and monitoring kitchen supplies.
• Minimising food wastage and maintaining appropriate portion sizes.
• Working effectively with other kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Contributing to menu development and providing new ideas where appropriate.
• Ensuring kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained appropriately.
• Supporting other kitchen duties as required by the Head Chef or management.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Minimum 1 year relevant experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy hospitality environment.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
• A positive attitude and professional approach.
• Passion for cooking and delivering high-quality food.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays when required.

What We Offer

At Sherbourne Hotel, we aim to provide a supportive and professional working environment where our team members can develop their skills and build a rewarding career in hospitality.

You will enjoy:

• Competitive annual salary of $80,000 – $82,000 plus superannuation.
• Full-time permanent employment.
• Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
• A supportive and collaborative kitchen environment.
• Opportunity to contribute ideas to the menu and kitchen operations.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Work in a welcoming hospitality environment in Shepparton.
• Opportunity to grow into a senior or leadership position for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Full-time permanent position.
• 38 hours per week.
• A$80,000 – A$82,000 per annum plus superannuation.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Staff benefits and discounts where applicable.
• Convenient Shepparton location.

About Us

Sherbourne Hotel is a hospitality venue located in Shepparton, Victoria, providing customers with quality food, beverages and a welcoming dining experience.

The business is committed to providing a positive customer experience through quality food, attentive service and a strong team culture. Our venue provides a relaxed and welcoming setting for customers and offers a range of food and beverage options suited to the local community and visitors.

We are committed to maintaining high standards across our kitchen and hospitality operations and creating an environment where our team members can develop their skills and contribute to the continued success of the business.

We are now looking for an experienced and motivated Chef to become an important part of our kitchen team.

If you are passionate about cooking, enjoy working in a fast-paced hospitality environment and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career, we would love to hear from you.