Chef de Parties and Cooks

Christian Community Ministries; Advancetown; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Christian Community Ministries – Advancetown QLD invites committed Cooks to join our catering teams across the Gold Coast, Somerset Region and Lennox Head. Reporting to our Catering Manager, you will prepare and serve healthy meals in a clean, friendly environment while contributing to camp programs and ministry goals.

The role requires a minimum Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery, 3+ years kitchen experience, and the ability to work collaboratively on a 7-day roster, including weekends

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or equivalent is a minimum requirement.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience as a Chef.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Willing to work split shifts.
• Current Blue Card (working with Children) and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Set up kitchen workstations with all necessary ingredients, tools and equipment.
• Prepare and cook a wide range of dishes including breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Serve, store, freeze and preserve food items according to kitchen standards.
• Assist with menu planning, ordering quantities, and cost management.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff in food preparation and safe handling.
• Order, receive and manage inventory of food and kitchen supplies.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and staff to ensure efficient production and compliance with health regulations.
• Maintain professional conduct and foster positive team relationships.
• Work across a 7-day rotating roster including weekends and evenings.
• Contribute to the wider ministry of CYC.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Split shifts

Organizational skills

Education

Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or equivalent

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent

Job description

Christian Community Ministries – Advancetown QLD

CYC is a faith based outdoor education and group accommodation organisation with a head office on the Gold Coast. Working primarily with schools planning and facilitating school camps based around our Thrive way of working, our programs operate throughout southeast Queensland and northern NSW all year round.

Our staff are our greatest asset, and as committed Christians, they seek to demonstrate the love of Christ to all our guests. Our mission is to deliver excellent programs, delivering key outcomes, through a Christian worldview

Role Overview

We are seeking committed Chef De Parties to join our catering teams in Lennox Head (NSW), the Somerset Region (QLD) and on the Gold Coast (QLD). Reporting to our Catering Manager, you will be responsible for working with our food service team at each of our locations as they provide a calm and rewarding experience through varied, visually appealing and healthy meals at a reasonable cost in a clean and pleasant environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Set up kitchen workstations with all necessary ingredients, tools, and equipment to ensure smooth food preparation and service.

Prepare and cook a wide range of dishes, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, using various cooking methods and equipment while maintaining high quality and consistency.

Serve, store, freeze, and preserve food items according to kitchen standards, ensuring excellent visual presentation and adherence to portion and recipe requirements.

Assist with menu planning, determining and ordering food quantities, and managing food and labour costs to support efficient kitchen operations.

Supervise, train, and support kitchen staff, including Cooks and Kitchenhands, in food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safe handling practices.

Order, receive, and manage inventory of food and kitchen supplies, ensuring stock levels meet daily production requirements and minimizing waste.

Collaborate & communicate with the Head Chef, Managers, kitchen & serving staff, & other relevant personnel to discuss food preparation issues, develop new dishes, refine recipes, and maintain efficient food production while complying with statutory & health regulations.

Maintain professional conduct, foster effective workplace relationships, and contribute positively to team communication and organization.

Ensure all our policies and procedures, health and hygiene requirements are adhered to.

Work across a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends and evenings, covering all meal services as required.

Contribution to and participation in, the wider ministry of CYC

Desirable Qualifications and Skills:

Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or equivalent is a minimum requirement.

At least 3 years of relevant experience as a Chef.

Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.

Willing to work under pressure.

A willingness to work split shifts.

Good knowledge of policies and procedures in workplace

Ability to work in a team

Very good communication skills.

Current Blue Card (working with Children)

Current Manual Driver’s License (or capacity to obtain one)

Position: Cook

Location: Gold Coast (QLD), Somerset Region (QLD), Lennox Head (NSW)

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

We are seeking committed Cooks to join our catering teams in Lennox Head (NSW), the Somerset Region (QLD) and on the Gold Coast (QLD). Reporting to our Catering Manager, you will be responsible for working with our food service team at each of our locations as they provide a calm and rewarding experience through varied, visually appealing and healthy meals at a reasonable cost in a clean and pleasant environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment,

Prepare full range of foods including breakfast, lunch and dinner,

Prepare, serve and store food items in regards to the requirements of our Kitchen,

Ensure all our policies and procedures, health and hygiene requirements are adhered to,

Establish and maintain effective employee working relationships,

Excellent communication and organizational skills,

Ordering and managing stocks,

Be innovative and creative,

The ability to work a 7-day rotating roster including weekends and evenings,

A willingness to work split shifts,

Liaise and work with the head Chef and is expected to assist him to ensure safe and efficient production of food, while maintaining all statutory requirements,

Contribution to and participation in, the wider ministry of CYC

Qualifications and Skills:

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent is a minimum requirement.

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.

5 years of experience in the kitchen working as a cook.

Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)

Good knowledge of policies and procedures in workplace

Ability to work in a team

Very good communication skills.

Current Blue Card (working with Children)

Current Manual Driver’s License (or capacity to obtain one)

What We're Looking For:

Outstanding Christian character with a mature faith and a passion for sharing the Gospel. An active involvement with a local church would usually be demonstrated