Chef

Eagle Tavern; Logan City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Sponsorship opportunities

Competitive salary

Superannuation

Job summary

The Eagle Tavern in Logan City, Queensland is seeking an experienced Chef to join our busy kitchen on a full-time basis. You will be responsible for assisting in daily kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of quality, presentation and safety, and helping to drive a positive team culture.

You will plan and prepare meals, monitor preparation for consistency, contribute to menu development, manage costs and stock, and ensure compliance with food safety and OH&S requirements.

Qualifications

• Australian Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher
• Minimum two years full-time post-qualification Chef experience
• High-volume kitchen experience
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare high-quality meals meeting venue standards
• Monitor food preparation and presentation for consistency
• Assist with menu development and seasonal updates
• Manage food costs, portions, and wastage
• Order, receive, and monitor stock levels
• Ensure food safety and workplace health and safety compliance
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff as required
• Maintain a clean, efficient kitchen environment
• Collaborate with management and front-of-house teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Food safety

Team leadership

Time management

Communication

Education

Australian Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

We are a well-established hospitality venue committed to delivering high-quality food, exceptional customer experiences, and a positive team culture. We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated hospitality professional looking to further their career within a supportive and fast-paced environment.

About the Role

As a Chef, you will be responsible for assisting in the daily operation of the kitchen while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, safety, and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing high-quality meals in accordance with venue standards.
• Monitoring food preparation and presentation to ensure consistency and quality.
• Assisting with menu development and seasonal menu updates.
• Managing food costs, portion control, and minimising wastage.
• Ordering, receiving, and monitoring stock levels.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Supervising and training junior kitchen staff where required.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment.
• Working collaboratively with management and front-of-house teams to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant qualification equivalent to an Australian Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Diploma of Hospitality Management, or higher qualification.
• Minimum of two years' full-time post-qualification experience as a Chef, or at least three years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety standards.
• Experience working in a high-volume commercial kitchen.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Availability to work a rotating roster including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package and superannuation.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and professional team environment.
• Sponsorship opportunities for eligible candidates.
• Ongoing training and development.

The successful candidate will receive a salary package in line with their skills, qualifications, and experience, meeting all applicable Australian workplace laws and industry standards.