Creative Chef - Lead High-Volume Kitchen (Bathurst)

Talent Recruitment; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The George Hotel in Bathurst NSW is seeking hardworking chefs to join their team in a full-time permanent role. Located in Bathurst, the hotel offers a modern pub experience and strong kitchen operations.

You will prepare diverse cuisines, maintain high presentation, assist with menu planning, and ensure food safety and OHS compliance. The role also involves training junior cooks and managing daily kitchen activities and ordering to keep stock healthy.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Relevant qualifications in commercial cookery.
• Ability to excel in a high-volume, high-pressure environment.
• Proactive, energetic and shares a passion for the hospitality industry.
• Possess effective communication skills with an approachable manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of cuisines to recipes.
• Contribute to menu planning and maintain high presentation standards.
• Train and manage cooks and kitchen staff.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and quality.
• Manage daily kitchen operations including ordering and stock control.

Skills

Cuisine variety

Presentation standards

Cooking to recipes

Menu planning

Food safety & OHS

Staff training & management

Kitchen operations & ordering

Education

Commercial cookery qualification

Job description

The George Hotel in Bathurst NSW is seeking hardworking chefs to join their team in a full-time permanent role. Located in Bathurst, the hotel offers a modern pub experience and strong kitchen operations.

You will prepare diverse cuisines, maintain high presentation, assist with menu planning, and ensure food safety and OHS compliance. The role also involves training junior cooks and managing daily kitchen activities and ordering to keep stock healthy.