Chef — Menu Innovation & Kitchen Leadership

Target Business Services Inc; Bridport; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Target Business Services is seeking a skilled Chef for its Bridport operation in Tasmania. You will prepare and present dishes to a high standard, support kitchen operations and ensure food safety compliance.

Responsibilities include menu planning, stock management, and leading junior kitchen staff while controlling costs. This role is based on site at 67 Main Street, Bridport, with a salary of AU$80,000–$85,000 plus 12% superannuation.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Hospitality or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Experience as a Chef in a commercial restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and WHS requirements.
• Ability to manage kitchen priorities and work under pressure.
• Capable of leading and training junior kitchen staff.
• Experience in menu planning and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to a high standard.
• Organise and coordinate daily food preparation and kitchen activities.
• Menu planning and development of new dishes and seasonal options.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Monitor ingredient quality and manage wastage.
• Assist in controlling food costs through purchasing and stock management.
• Train and support junior kitchen staff.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment during service.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety & HACCP

Kitchen leadership

Menu planning

Waste control & cost management

Dietary accommodations

Education

Diploma in Hospitality

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Target Business Services is seeking a skilled Chef for its Bridport operation in Tasmania. You will prepare and present dishes to a high standard, support kitchen operations and ensure food safety compliance.

Responsibilities include menu planning, stock management, and leading junior kitchen staff while controlling costs. This role is based on site at 67 Main Street, Bridport, with a salary of AU$80,000–$85,000 plus 12% superannuation.