Chef — Iconic Pub Kitchen, Career Growth & Local Produce

Inrecruit; Gosford; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Career development opportunities

Locally sourced ingredients

Supportive kitchen team

Job summary

Hotel Gosford on the NSW Central Coast is seeking a qualified Chef to join its professional kitchen team. You will prepare and cook high-quality dishes in a busy, high-volume pub environment, while developing menus in collaboration with the Head Chef.

You will ensure consistent quality, supervise junior staff, manage stock, and uphold food safety standards in a supportive, heritage-listed venue with modern facilities.

Qualifications

• Relevant commercial cookery qualification.
• Proven experience as a Chef in a busy hotel/pub/restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Ability to work in high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes following recipes and standards.
• Plan menu items in consultation with Head Chef and kitchen management.
• Prepare pub classics, seafood, grills, salads and seasonal specials.
• Monitor quality across preparation, cooking and plating.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portion size and presentation.
• Coordinate food preparation and service during lunch and dinner periods.
• Manage kitchen sections and ensure timely delivery of meals.
• Maintain stock control and minimise wastage.
• Cater for dietary requirements and special requests.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen and comply with safety policies.

Education

Commercial cookery qualification

Experience in busy hotel/pub kitchen

Job description

Hotel Gosford on the NSW Central Coast is seeking a qualified Chef to join its professional kitchen team. You will prepare and cook high-quality dishes in a busy, high-volume pub environment, while developing menus in collaboration with the Head Chef.

You will ensure consistent quality, supervise junior staff, manage stock, and uphold food safety standards in a supportive, heritage-listed venue with modern facilities.