Club Kitchen Chef — Menu Planning & Fast-Paced Cooking

Trinity Beach Sports Club; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Beach Sports Club on Cairns' Northern Beaches is seeking a qualified chef to join our club kitchen and take ownership of a key part of our food offering.

You will work with our Head Chef and kitchen team to prepare for service and cook a diverse range of meals for the restaurant and functions, while upholding quality, consistency and cost controls.

Weekend and evening availability is essential, and we value a collaborative, community-focused approach in a fast-paced club environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, advanced diploma or diploma in culinary arts, or 3 years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and food preparation with Head Chef, considering food and labour costs.
• Consult with Head Chef, management and front-of-house on menu changes and dietary needs.
• Check deliveries and ingredients for freshness and quality before use.
• Prepare and store food, maintain stock rotation and quality control.
• Show less experienced kitchen staff proper cooking methods and guidance on technique.
• Cook and season a diverse range of dishes to the club's standards.
• Check dishes during preparation and before service for taste, texture, portion size and presentation.
• Plate meals with sauces, gravies and garnishes to spec.
• Cater for dietary requirements such as allergies and intolerances.
• Follow and promote safe food handling, hygiene and WHS practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma (or 3 years relevant work experience)

Job description

Trinity Beach Sports Club on Cairns' Northern Beaches is seeking a qualified chef to join our club kitchen and take ownership of a key part of our food offering.

You will work with our Head Chef and kitchen team to prepare for service and cook a diverse range of meals for the restaurant and functions, while upholding quality, consistency and cost controls.

Weekend and evening availability is essential, and we value a collaborative, community-focused approach in a fast-paced club environment.