Chef/cook

Basse Enterprises Pty Ltd trading as Tungamah Hotel; Tungamah; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Basse Enterprises Pty Ltd trading as Tungamah Hotel is seeking a professional cook to prepare and cook meals for hotel guests and customers. You will maintain high standards of food quality and support safe kitchen operations in a busy venue.

Applicants should have relevant cookery qualifications, practical chef experience, and strong teamwork and communication skills to thrive during busy service periods.

Qualifications

• Relevant cookery qualifications
• Practical chef experience in a kitchen
• Knowledge of food safety and allergen management
• Ability to prepare a range of pub meals
• Strong organisation and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present meals from the hotel's menu.
• Plan daily food preparation and organise kitchen tasks for service.
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes and presentation.
• Assist with menu planning, specials and recipe development.
• Estimate ingredient requirements and assist with costing and ordering.
• Check deliveries and maintain storage, labelling and stock rotation.
• Monitor stock levels and minimise food waste.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and allergen management procedures.
• Keep kitchen equipment and work areas clean and safe.
• Guide kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking techniques.

Skills

Cookery knowledge

Pub meals

Food safety

Organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Relevant cookery qualifications

Job description

Prepare and cook quality meals for hotel guests and customers, maintain consistent food standards, and support the safe and efficient operation of the kitchen.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present meals from the hotel's menu
• Plan daily food preparation and organise kitchen tasks for service
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes and presentation
• Assist with menu planning, specials and recipe development
• Estimate ingredient requirements and assist with food costing and ordering
• Check deliveries and maintain appropriate food storage, labelling and stock rotation
• Monitor stock levels and minimise food waste
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and allergen management procedures
• Keep kitchen equipment and work areas clean and safe
• Guide kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking techniques

About you

• Relevant cookery qualifications and practical chef experience
• Ability to prepare and cook a range of pub meals
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen management
• Strong organisation, communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work efficiently during busy services while maintaining quality