Chef

Post Office Brewing Pty Ltd; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Post Office Brewing Pty Ltd in Townsville is seeking an experienced chef to join our busy kitchen. You will prepare Bistro and Function food to the highest standard under the Head Chef and help guide a diverse, international team.

The role emphasizes food-cost control, wastage reduction, and tight wage management to support the brewery’s operations. Applicants must be able to start immediately; sponsorship is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff.
• Knowledge of food cost controls and wastage reduction.

Responsibilities

• Work in a busy kitchen preparing Bistro, Restaurant Cook to Order and Function food of the highest quality.
• Report to the Head Chef and collaborate with a diverse team.
• Maintain food cost controls and manage wastage and wage costs.

Skills

Knife skills

Culinary techniques

Food safety

Communication

Leadership

Job description

Post Office Brewing Pty Ltd – Townsville QLD

Townsville Brewery is looking for a Chef’s.!!!

Our Group is growing and we currently have a vacancy at the Brewery with opportunities at our other venues in the near future.

We currently have a vacancy for a chef with an immediate start for the successful applicant. Sponsorship for the right applicant.

Working in a busy kitchen preparing , Bistro, Restaurant Cook to Order and Function food of the highest quality.

Reporting to the Head Chef and working alongside a team from various areas of the world. The team is young and inexperienced and will require the successful applicant to be patient, understanding and have the ability to teach and provide direction.

Maintaining Food Cost controls, reducing wastage along with maintaining tight wage controls are paramount to the ongoing success of the Brewery’s food operations.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Physical Setting

• Bistro
• Restaurant

Work Days

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate

• Townsville City QLD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Authorisation

• Australia (Preferred)

Key Responsibilities

Working in a busy kitchen preparing , Bistro, Restaurant Cook to Order and Function food of the highest quality.

Reporting to the Head Chef and working alongside a team from various areas of the world. The team is young and inexperienced and will require the successful applicant to be patient, understanding and have the ability to teach and provide direction.

Maintaining Food Cost controls, reducing wastage along with maintaining tight wage controls are paramount to the ongoing success of the Brewery’s food operations.

Skill & Experience

A chef is expected to possess a combination of technical culinary mastery, essential soft skills, and sharp business acumen. The most critical skills include advanced knife handling, a deep understanding of cooking techniques, impeccable food safety knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to perform under extreme pressure. These skills are essential for managing operations in the kitchen, managing staff, and adapting to individual diners’ preferences.