Cooks & Chefs [Avalon Enterprises Pty Ltd t/as Avalon Restaurant]

Koala Solutions; Katoomba; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 75k-85k AUD + superannuation

Iconic Blue Mountains venue

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Avalon Enterprises Pty Ltd, trading as Avalon Restaurant, is seeking skilled cooks and chefs to join our kitchen in Katoomba, NSW. You will contribute to delivering high-quality dishes across lunch and dinner service, and support private functions in a vibrant, historic venue.

We offer a competitive full-time salary of AUD 75,000 to 85,000 plus superannuation, with opportunities for career growth within a respected Blue Mountains operator.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of professional cook/chef experience in fast-paced venues.
• Prefer Certificate III and Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.
• Must have valid Australian work rights.
• WHS, food hygiene and HACCP knowledge.
• Willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Relocation to Katoomba/Blue Mountains region encouraged if based elsewhere.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, staff delegation, and station readiness.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes for lunch, dinner, events.
• Manage production schedules and staffing for peak periods.
• Estimate food supply needs, costs, and orders to avoid shortages.
• Ensure hygiene, sanitation, and food safety compliance.
• Onboard and supervise new team members; foster teamwork.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

High-volume service

Food safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Cooks & Chefs [Avalon Enterprises Pty Ltd t/as Avalon Restaurant]

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Our client, Avalon Enterprises Pty Ltd, trading as Avalon Restaurant, is a premier and respected hospitality operator in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales. Operating the iconic Avalon Restaurant & Cocktail Bar - housed in the historic 1930s Savoy Picture Theatre dress circle in Katoomba, the venue is celebrated for its retro charm, panoramic mountain views, inventive contemporary Australian menu, crafted cocktails, and seasonal dishes.

Supported by substantial year-round tourism traffic and a loyal local patron base, the venue delivers high-volume service across lunch, dinner, weekend trade, and private functions. To sustain continued operational growth, Avalon Enterprises Pty Ltd, trading as Avalon Restaurant, is actively seeking skilled, passionate, and reliable full-time Cooks and Chefs to join their kitchen brigade in Katoomba, NSW. These roles are critical to maintaining food quality, managing ticket flow during peak service periods, and reinforcing operational consistency across the pass.

Successful candidates will contribute to executing memorable dining experiences, ensuring high culinary presentation standards, and working collaboratively within a dynamic kitchen environment. These are full-time, permanent positions offering a competitive salary within the range of $75,000 to $85,000 AUD per annum, plus superannuation, benchmarked against market rates and commensurate with the successful candidate's skills, qualifications, and demonstrated operational capability.

SCOPE OF THE ROLE

• Overseeing daily kitchen operations, including staff delegation, station readiness, stock rotation, and maintaining accurate kitchen records.
• Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, either regularly for lunch and dinner services or for special functions, private events, and group bookings.
• Managing production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely and coordinated service delivery during high-volume periods.
• Estimating food supply needs, calculating costs for ingredients, and managing orders accordingly to maintain continuous trade without shortages.
• Inspecting supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure strict adherence to established quality, cleanliness, and maintenance standards.
• Analysing recipes and advising on prices for menu items based on food, labour, and overhead costs aligned with business targets.
• Working closely with team members to execute established recipes and menus with consistency and precision, ensuring alignment with seasonal availability and anticipated customer volume.
• Demonstrating new cooking techniques and introducing modern equipment to staff for continual culinary improvement and operational efficiency.
• Overseeing workstation readiness by ensuring mise en place is complete, equipment is fully functional, and kitchen operations are primed for service efficiency and food presentation standards.
• Preparing and cooking dishes in strict compliance with food safety and health regulations, ensuring the highest quality, allergen management, and hygiene standards are maintained.
• Assisting in onboarding, training, and supervising new team members, providing practical guidance and fostering a collaborative, supportive work environment.
• Monitoring and enforcing sanitation practices to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including

Work Health and Safety (WHS) and HACCP protocols.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, YOU SHOULD

• Hold a minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant professional work experience as a Chef or Cook in a fast-paced restaurant, bistro, or high-volume dining venue.
• Preferably hold a Certificate III and Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent recognized culinary qualification).
• Must hold valid Australian work rights at the time of application.
• Be available to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, public holidays, and split shifts as required by trade demands.
• Demonstrate practical working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (WHS), food hygiene standards, and HACCP compliance.
• Possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a proven ability to perform effectively within a team under high-volume pressure.
• Be willing to relocate to Katoomba / the Blue Mountains region if currently based interstate or in another city.

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• A competitive full-time salary package of 75,000-85,000 AUD per annum, plus superannuation, negotiable based on qualifications and operational experience.
• The opportunity to work with an established, creative, and highly regarded hospitality operator at an iconic Blue Mountains venue.
• A supportive, collaborative kitchen team environment with hands-on leadership and clear operational systems.
• Genuine opportunities for career growth, skill development, and progression within a respected venue group.
• Enjoy an enviable lifestyle in one of regional

New South Wales' most picturesque tourist destinations - Katoomba, Blue Mountains.

Australian citizens and permanent residents are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority in accordance with labour market testing requirements and the objective of supporting the domestic workforce. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Avalon Enterprises Pty Ltd, trading as Avalon Restaurant, is committed to an Australian-first employment strategy and a recruitment process that is fair, transparent, and strictly merit-based.

Applications are assessed solely on skills, qualifications, experience, and role suitability, without regard to personal background. Only where genuine recruitment efforts confirm that no suitably qualified or experienced local candidates are available will individuals with valid work rights, or those eligible for employer sponsorship, be considered, strictly in line with the Migration Act 1958, Migration Regulations 1994, and current Department of Home Affairs policy. Employer sponsorship is approached as a measure of last resort, reflecting our commitment to workforce integrity, regulatory compliance, and the long-term development of local talent.