Chef

Wests Group; Nelson Bay; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing: Cultural Leave, flu shots,

Flexible work options

Staff discounts on meals (40% off)

Discounted gym membership

Discounted NIB Health Insurance

Discounted Reflections Holiday Parks

Discounted accommodation at group’s酒店

Job summary

The Wests Group Australia is seeking a Fulltime Chef or experienced Cook for Wests Nelson Bay. You will be responsible for the preparation, cooking and presentation of all foods across catering operations, including breakfast to dinner service.

Availability for split shifts and weekends is essential to meet seasonal peaks. We value energetic team players who take pride in presentation, consistency and high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Energetic team player with a passion for food and good service.
• Experience in fast paced kitchen and strong cooking skills are highly desirable.
• Trade qualifications in culinary arts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure prep sheets are completed
• Preparation of high quality food during service
• Assist other sections when required
• Cleaning of work areas
• Assist with the set-up and close down of service
• Ensure food is stored to hygiene standards
• Ensure appropriate disposal of waste

Skills

Energetic team player

Passion for food

Presentation & consistency

Experience in fast paced kitchen

Strong cooking skills

Trade qualifications

Education

Trade qualifications in culinary arts

Job description

About the position

In terms of food, Wests Nelson Bay offer outstanding quality of food that has become a favourite for local members and seasonal guests. Traditional Club food offerings and modern options including local seafood options gives variety to this opportunity for a Fulltime Chef or experienced Cook to join the team. Responsible for the preparation, cooking and presentation of all food items across the catering operations.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure prep sheets are completed


• Preparation of high quality food during service


• Assist other sections when required


• Cleaning of work areas


• Assist with the set-up and close down of service


• Ensure food is stored to hygiene standards


• Ensure appropriate disposal of waste

This position will require availability for split shifts for breakfast, lunch and dinner service. Availability for work on Friday nights, weekends and good availability through the week is a must. Our seasonal peaks run through summer, public holiday and school holiday periods, availability during seasonal peaks is essential.

About you

We are seeking an energetic team player with a passion for food and good service. You pride yourself on presentation & consistency. Experience in fast paced kitchen, strong cooking skills with trade qualifications, will be highly desirable. You will be available to work nights, weekends and be flexible to assist with all catering operations across the site.

About us

The Wests Group Australia is a major employer in the Newcastle, Port Stephens and Lake Macquarie regions. Employing close to 1000 people, Wests operates a multi-site portfolio of entertainment and hospitality venues comprising of registered clubs, hotels, conference and fitness facilities as well as the Newcastle Knights. We are one of the many local success stories of our region. Being an employee of The Wests Group will give you access to the following perks and benefits:

• Wellbeing: First Nations Cultural Leave, annual flu vaccinations, Wellbeing Leave, flexible work options, Community Care leave and Employee assistance programs (EAP).


• Career: Certificate III in Hospitality (SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality (JobReady - Culinary) | Allara Learning), paid traineeships, and leadership programs.


• Financial: Paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, above-award wages and penalty rates, plus 40% off meals for club employees.


• Lifestyle: Discounted gym membership for $25/month per month (including your partner), discounted NIB Health Insurance, savings on Reflections Holiday Parks, and discounted accommodation at our three hotels - The Executive, The Gateway, and The Anchorage Hotel & Spa.

We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to create a work environment where employee differences such as gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and education are valued to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.