Chef/Cook (Grade 3-5)

JDA Collective; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on menu/beverages

On-site parking

Job summary

JDA Collective is hiring a Chef/Cook (Grade 3-5) for Mermaid Beach Tavern on the Gold Coast. You will work under the Head Chef to prepare and present top-quality pub dishes in a high-turnover kitchen. The role is permanent and requires nights and weekend rosters.

Ideal candidates are trade-qualified with Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, at least 3 years post-qualification experience, and a passion for great food in a busy hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Must be trade qualified and hold certification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III minimum or equivalent).
• Minimum three years post-qualification experience.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
• Attention to plating and presentation details.
• Creative and passionate about food with high service standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, plate and present high-standard pub dishes.
• Keep kitchen stations organised and clean.
• Maintain stock levels and assist with ordering.
• Ensure Mermaid Beach Tavern maintains high culinary standards.
• Mentor junior team members and support Head Chef.

Skills

Trade qualification

Certificate III

Fast-paced

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

The JDA Collective group is a family owned business and resides over sixteen (16) hospitality venues throughout Sydney, Queensland and Victoria, who prides itself in offering 'the premium pub experience' and is an award-winning Hotel group.

JDA Collective has an exciting opportunities available for a Chefs/Cook (Grade 3-5) at their establishment in Mermaid Beach – Mermaid Beach Tavern. This venue offers outstanding quality pub food, a wide selection of beverages/cocktails and entertainment activities.

About the role

The positions vacant will involve the preparation and cooking of top quality pub dishes under the Head Chefs direction and high standards. Mermaid Beach Tavern's kitchen runs a 6-8 Chef kitchen and this position will require solid working knowledge of Modern Australian cuisine dishes, along with favourite pub classics, as well as previous experience gained in successful, high turnover restaurants or bistros. The positions on offer are PERMANENT, working to a roster which will include nights and weekends.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, cooking, plating and presentation of high standard dishes
• Keeping yourkitchen section organised and clean
• Maintaining stock and ordering
• Ensuring the Bistro's high standards are maintained
• Mentoring junior members of the team.

Benefits and perks

• Staff discounts applicable on superior menu and wide selection of beverages
• Ample on-site parking.

Skills and experience

• Must be trade qualified and hold certification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III minimum or equivalent)
• Will have minimum three (3) year post qualified experience
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure
• Possess attention to detail, particularly with regard to plating
• Creativeand passionate about food and providing high standards of food service
• A genuine passion for food and strong interest in the Hospitality industry
• Good communication skills, positive attitudeand be professionally presented at all times
• Flexible and available to work nights, weekends, public holidays
• Available for an immediate start.
• A key requirement for a Chef position is having a genuine passion for producing great food, a great attitude and the ability to work calmly and efficiently.

Please note:- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.