Chef

Tavern Winmalee Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Menu development opportunities

Job summary

Winmalee Tavern in Winmalee, NSW, is seeking a skilled Chef to join our family-friendly kitchen on a full-time basis. You will prepare quality meals, help develop menus and ensure smooth operation of our bistro kitchen.

You will manage menu planning, food costing, stock control and training of junior staff, while upholding food safety, hygiene and presentation standards during lunch and dinner service. We offer a competitive salary and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• An AQF Diploma or higher qualification in Commercial Cookery, Hospitality or a relevant field, or at least three years of relevant experience in lieu of formal qualifications.
• Experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen (at least 1 year).
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Experience in menu planning, food costing, stock control and ordering supplies.
• Solid understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation during peak service.
• Good communication, teamwork, organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to supervise and guide kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Planning and developing menus in consultation with management, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, costs and operations.
• Preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of dishes to the established standards.
• Monitoring quality, taste, presentation and consistency at all stages of prep and service.
• Estimating food requirements and labour costs, monitoring expenditure and assisting with budgets.
• Ordering ingredients and supplies, monitoring stock levels and storage.
• Coordinating daily food preparation to ensure efficient lunch and dinner service.
• Consulting with management and staff on menu planning, dietary requirements and service arrangements.
• Demonstrating techniques and supervising junior kitchen staff.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and WHS requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Organisational skills

Staff supervision

Menu development

Food safety

Education

AQF Diploma or higher in Commercial Cookery / Hospitality

3+ years relevant experience in lieu of formal quals

Job description

About us and the role

Winmalee Tavern is a family-friendly hospitality venue located in Winmalee, NSW. Our kitchen offers a diverse menu of traditional food and contemporary dishes.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing quality meals, assisting with menu development and ensuring the efficient operation of our bistro kitchen.

Key responsibilities

• Planning and developing menus in consultation with management, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, food costs and operational requirements.
• Preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of dishes, including traditional pub meals, grilled meats, seafood, pasta and daily specials, in accordance with established quality standards.
• Monitoring the quality, taste, presentation and consistency of dishes at all stages of preparation and service.
• Estimating food requirements and labour costs, monitoring food expenditure and assisting with cost control and kitchen budgets.
• Ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies, monitoring stock levels and ensuring appropriate food storage, stock rotation and inventory management.
• Planning, organising and coordinating daily food preparation and cooking activities to ensure efficient kitchen operations during lunch and dinner service.
• Consulting with management, kitchen staff and front-of-house employees regarding menu planning, food preparation, dietary requirements and service arrangements.
• Demonstrating cooking techniques, advising on food preparation procedures and supervising and training junior kitchen staff.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety standards, hygiene regulations and workplace health and safety requirements, including the proper handling, storage and preservation of food.
• Collaborating with management to develop new dishes, improve existing recipes and maintain high standards of food quality and customer satisfaction.

About you

• An AQF Diploma or higher qualification in Commercial Cookery, Hospitality or a relevant field, or at least three years of relevant experience in lieu of formal qualifications.
• Demonstrated experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen (at least 1 year)
• Good knowledge of food preparation techniques and commercial kitchen operations.
• Experience in menu planning, food costing, stock control and ordering supplies.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation during busy service periods.
• Good communication, teamwork, organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to supervise and provide guidance to kitchen staff.

Benefits

• Full-time, ongoing employment.
• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Supportive and professional team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to menu development and kitchen operations.