Chef

Atlas Talents; Noosa Shire; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ridge, operated by River Haus Investments Pty Ltd, is seeking an experienced Chef for a permanent full-time position in Noosa Heads, Queensland. You will prepare and present a range of dishes, contribute to menu planning, and coordinate kitchen activities for both restaurant dining and private events.

You will uphold high standards of food quality, presentation and safety, ensuring efficient kitchen operations during busy services and events.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a Chef or in a similar commercial kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Experience presenting and plating dishes in a professional restaurant environment.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and portion sizes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise food preparation and cooking activities.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes according to recipes and menu requirements.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, portions and presentation standards.
• Contribute to menu planning and develop dishes using seasonal ingredients.
• Coordinate food requirements for dining services and private functions.
• Monitor ingredient usage, stock levels and food wastage.
• Oversee ordering, receiving and storage of ingredients.
• Organise kitchen activities for efficient prep and service.
• Provide guidance to kitchen staff on preparation procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen equipment and areas.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking techniques

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Time management

Communication

Job description

River Haus Investments Pty Ltd, trading as The Ridge, operates a restaurant in Noosa, Queensland, offering breakfast, lunch and dinner services, with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients. The restaurant also caters for private functions, weddings and corporate events.
The restaurant is currently seeking an experienced and skilled Chef for a permanent full-time position. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting a range of dishes, contributing to menu planning, coordinating kitchen activities and maintaining consistent standards of food quality, presentation and safety across the restaurant's dining services and events.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and organising food preparation and cooking activities.
• Preparing, cooking and presenting a range of dishes in accordance with established recipes and menu requirements.
• Monitoring food quality, freshness, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Contributing to menu planning and developing dishes using seasonal ingredients.
• Preparing and coordinating food requirements for restaurant dining services and private functions.
• Monitoring ingredient usage, stock levels and food wastage.
• Coordinating the ordering, receiving and appropriate storage of ingredients.
• Organising kitchen activities to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
• Providing guidance to kitchen staff on food preparation and cooking procedures.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.

About You

• At least 1 year of relevant experience as a Chef or in a similar commercial kitchen role.
• Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Experience preparing and presenting a range of dishes in a professional restaurant environment.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality, portioning and presentation standards.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication, coordination and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently during busy restaurant services and events.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.

Employment Details

Business Name: River Haus Investments Pty Ltd t/a The Ridge

Job Type: Permanent / Full-time

Salary: AUD $75,000 – $85,000 per annum

Location: Noosa Heads QLD 4567