Cook/Chef

Hotel Spencer Bar & Grill; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Spencer Bar & Grill in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Cook/Chef for a small, independent pub/restaurant on the outskirts of the CBD. You will maintain high food quality and safety, prepare meals, and manage stock while supporting event catering as needed.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a similar role, a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, and availability Wed-Sun 11:30am–10pm, with strong teamwork and allergen knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery completed.
• Available Wednesday–Sunday, 11:30am–10pm.
• Excellent understanding of dietary allergens and coeliac disease.
• Strong communication skills and works well in a team.
• Able to work independently during quieter periods.
• Willing to work the dish section and close each shift.
• Willing to assist with special event menus and catering jobs as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain food quality and presentation.
• Maintain food safety standards.
• Keep the kitchen clean and sanitized.
• Food preparation and cooking.
• Minimise food wastage.
• Quality control of incoming produce.
• Stock control and monitoring.
• Manage kitchen equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Seeking an experienced Cook/Chef for a small, independently owned pub/restaurant in the outskirts of the CBD. Your duties are as follows:

• Maintaining food quality and presentation
• Maintaining food safety standards
• Maintaining a clean and sanitized kitchen
• Food preparation and cooking
• Minimising food wastage
• Quality control of incoming produce
• Stock control and monitoring
• Managing kitchen equipment

A strong candidate will:

• Have a minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role(s)
• Have completed a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Be available Wednesday - Sunday, from 11:30am - 10pm
• Have an excellent understanding of dietary allergens and coeliac disease
• Have strong communication skills and work well in a team
• Be able to work independently during quiet periods
• Be willing to work the dish section and close each shift
• Be willing to assist with special event menus and catering jobs as required