Chef - Chef - The Lord Anson Hotel

Inrecruit; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

The Lord Anson Hotel in Orange, NSW is seeking a skilled Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare, cook and present dishes to high standards, contribute to menu planning, and manage ordering and stock for busy service periods.

We value strong cooking skills, food safety knowledge and the ability to work under pressure within a team environment. Flexible roster including evenings and weekends is required for this permanent full-time role with a salary between $70K-$80K plus super.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery preferred but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated experience as a Chef, preferably in a pub, bistro or restaurant kitchen.
• Strong cooking skills and attention to flavour, presentation and consistency.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, allergen management and kitchen hygiene.
• Good communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Availability to work a flexible roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes according to recipes, menu specifications and presentation standards.
• Contribute to menu planning and develop specials using seasonal ingredients.
• Estimate ingredient quantities and food costs, and assist with ordering supplies.
• Check food quality throughout preparation, cooking and service.
• Organise daily preparation and coordinate cooking activities to ensure timely service.
• Accommodate dietary requirements and manage food allergies through appropriate preparation practices.
• Monitor stock levels, inspect deliveries and maintain correct storage, labelling and stock rotation.
• Control portion sizes and minimise food wastage.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures.
• Guide junior kitchen staff and demonstrate cooking techniques as required.
• Communicate with management and front-of-house staff about menu items, service requirements and food preparation issues.
• Prepare food for functions and group bookings while maintaining consistent standards.

Skills

Strong cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Allergen management

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Flexible roster

Education

Commercial Cookery

Job description

Situated in central Orange, The Lord Anson Hotel offers relaxed pub hospitality and modern bistro dining, combining Mediterranean-inspired dishes with Australian favourites. Catering for everyday dining, family gatherings and private functions, we focus on quality food and welcoming service.

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Chef to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will take pride in preparing consistently high-quality meals and work well with others during busy service periods.

• Prepare, cook and present dishes according to recipes, menu specifications and presentation standards.
• Contribute to menu planning and develop specials using seasonal ingredients.
• Estimate ingredient quantities and food costs, and assist with ordering supplies.
• Check food quality throughout preparation, cooking and service.
• Organise daily preparation and coordinate cooking activities to ensure timely service.
• Accommodate dietary requirements and manage food allergies through appropriate preparation practices.
• Monitor stock levels, inspect deliveries and maintain correct storage, labelling and stock rotation.
• Control portion sizes and minimise food wastage.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures.
• Guide junior kitchen staff and demonstrate cooking techniques as required.
• Communicate with management and front-of-house staff about menu items, service requirements and food preparation issues.
• Prepare food for functions and group bookings while maintaining consistent standards.

Situated in central Orange, The Lord Anson Hotel offers relaxed pub hospitality and modern bistro dining, combining Mediterranean-inspired dishes with Australian favourites. Catering for everyday dining, family gatherings and private functions, we focus on quality food and welcoming service.

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Chef to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will take pride in preparing consistently high-quality meals and work well with others during busy service periods.

Major duties

• Prepare, cook and present dishes according to recipes, menu specifications and presentation standards.
• Contribute to menu planning and develop specials using seasonal ingredients.
• Estimate ingredient quantities and food costs, and assist with ordering supplies.
• Check food quality throughout preparation, cooking and service.
• Organise daily preparation and coordinate cooking activities to ensure timely service.
• Accommodate dietary requirements and manage food allergies through appropriate preparation practices.
• Monitor stock levels, inspect deliveries and maintain correct storage, labelling and stock rotation.
• Control portion sizes and minimise food wastage.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures.
• Guide junior kitchen staff and demonstrate cooking techniques as required.
• Communicate with management and front-of-house staff about menu items, service requirements and food preparation issues.
• Prepare food for functions and group bookings while maintaining consistent standards.

About you

• Relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery preferred but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated experience as a Chef, preferably in a pub, bistro or restaurant kitchen.
• Strong cooking skills and attention to flavour, presentation and consistency.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, allergen management and kitchen hygiene.
• Good communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Availability to work a flexible roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Permanent full time role with an annualized salary between $70K-$80K plus super

Additional information

• Opportunities for career growth and progression
• Fulltime - Immediate start
• High standards and accredited training provided