Chef

Falvey's Stock Hotel; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Falvey's Stock Hotel is seeking a full-time Chef in Queensland to join a dynamic, state-of-the-art kitchen. You will lead prep and service, develop menus, cost dishes, and collaborate with venue management to hit budget targets and deliver exceptional dining experiences.

You will oversee staff, ensure quality and hygiene, and manage stock while contributing to dish development and ongoing improvements. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Develop menus and cost dishes with Head Chef and venue management.
• Lead food preparation and cooking for lunch and dinner services.
• Ensure quality, consistency and presentation before dishes leave the kitchen.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff and apprentices.
• Manage stock levels and orders in line with recipes.
• Uphold food safety and hygiene standards across the kitchen.
• Ability to work under pressure with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop menus and cost dishes in collaboration with the Head Chef and venue management.
• Lead food preparation and cooking across prep and service shifts.
• Monitor quality, consistency and presentation of every dish.
• Guide cooks on recipes and techniques during service.
• Allocate tasks and supervise kitchen staff during shift.
• Coordinate with front-of-house on menu changes and dietary needs.
• Ensure stock levels and ordering align with procedures and recipes.
• Maintain food safety, cleanliness and organized storage areas.

Skills

Menu costing

Food safety

Stock control

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Roster management

Education

Vocational or tertiary qualification

Job description

Falvey's Stock Hotel, part of Falvey Investments Pty Ltd, is hiring a full-time, permanent Chef to join our team. The role covers a wide range of responsibilities, from leadership, dish costing and procedure implementation to assisting the leadership team with day-to-day management and contributing to dish development.

We take pride in crafting exceptional dining experiences that leave a lasting impression. If you enjoy working in a team that values your input and thrives on innovation, and you want to work in a state-of-the-art kitchen, this position is for you.

About the role

Falvey's Stock Hotel, part of Falvey Investments Pty Ltd, is hiring a full-time, permanent Chef to join our team. The role covers a wide range of responsibilities, from leadership, dish costing and procedure implementation to assisting the leadership team with day-to-day management and contributing to dish development.

We take pride in crafting exceptional dining experiences that leave a lasting impression. If you enjoy working in a team that values your input and thrives on innovation, and you want to work in a state-of-the-art kitchen, this position is for you.

What you'll do

• Develop menus and cost dishes, working with the Head Chef and venue management on cost control and achieving budget targets
• Lead food preparation and cooking across prep and à la carte lunch and dinner services
• Check every dish for quality, consistency and presentation before it leaves the kitchen
• Show cooks and kitchen staff how dishes should be prepared, and guide them on recipes and techniques
• Allocate tasks to, and oversee the work of, cooks and other kitchen staff during service
• Liaise with management and front-of-house staff on menu changes, dietary requirements and service issues
• Manage stock levels and order food and supplies in line with company procedures and recipes
• Uphold food safety and hygiene standards, and keep the kitchen, equipment and storage areas clean and organised during and after service
• Help to recruit, induct and train new kitchen team members
• Store, freeze and preserve food correctly to maintain quality and reduce waste

About you

• At least 1 year of relevant employment experience
• Ideally, relevant vocational or tertiary qualifications
• Experience in prep and à la carte cooking for lunch and dinner services
• Experience working in fast-paced, service-driven venues
• Experience with menu planning, food costing and stock control
• A solid understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
• The ability to perform under pressure with strong attention to detail
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude
• A team-first mindset, with the ability to work independently and unsupervised
• A passion for food and a strong focus on the guest experience
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays as required

Pay and benefits

• Salary of $75,000 to $80,000 plus superannuation
• Immediate start available
• A supportive team environment with opportunities for growth