Chef

Silkari Hotels; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Silkari Mirage at Newport, part of Silkari Hotels, seeks a Casual Chef to support the Head Chef during peak periods, events and weekend shifts. You will adapt to the menu, maintain high standards of quality and hygiene, and work in a boutique venue on Sydney's Northern Beaches.

You will join a kitchen that values reliability, teamwork, and safety, with opportunities to handle a range of dishes and collaborate across a small but busy team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is highly regarded but not mandatory if experienced.
• Valid Food Handling / Food Safety Certificate.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen safety regulations and HACCP principles.
• Fully available for weekend, evening, and public holiday shifts.
• Excellent communication and a team-player mentality.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting up to 25kg safely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to venue recipes and standards.
• Manage a specific kitchen section independently during service.
• Complete daily prep lists (mise en place) efficiently.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and allergen control procedures.
• Assist with receiving stock, rotating inventory and minimising wastage.
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation throughout the shift and complete deep-cleaning tasks at close.

Skills

Experience in fast-paced kitchen

Strong communication

Team-player

Endurance to stand for long periods

Lifting up to 25kg

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Casual Chef to join our kitchen team. In this role, you will support our Head Chef during peak periods, events, and weekend shifts. You must be able to adapt quickly to our menu and maintain high standards of food quality and hygiene.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to venue recipes and standards
• Manage a specific kitchen section independently during service
• Complete daily prep lists (mise en place) efficiently
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and allergen control procedures
• Assist with receiving stock, rotating inventory and minimising wastage
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation throughout the shift and complete deep-cleaning tasks at close

About you

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a chef in a fast-paced commercial kitchen
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (highly regarded but not mandatory if experienced)
• Valid Food Handling / Food Safety Certificate
• Strong knowledge of kitchen safety regulations and HACCP principles
• Full availability for weekend, evening, and public holiday shifts
• Excellent communication skills and a team-player mentality
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Capable of lifting up to 25kg safely

About us

Silkari Mirage at Newport is a 48-room boutique property with Conference and Wedding venues located in Newport on Sydney's Northern Beaches.