Demi Chef

RACV; Noosa Shire; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided and laundered onsite

Free parking on-site

Staff discounts within the resort

Long term career opportunities

Monthly rewards program

Job summary

RACV Noosa Resort in Queensland is seeking a Demi Chef to join our busy kitchen team on a full-time basis. You will support the Executive Chef and colleagues to deliver high-quality meals for members and guests across our resort dining options, including buffet service, bar meals and in-room dining.

This role requires a Commercial Cookery qualification, solid knife skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Commercial Cookery qualification recognised in Australia.
• Demi Chef experience in a 4-5 star hotel/resort preferred.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of kitchen sections.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy kitchen.
• Physically capable of lifting 20 kg and repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the effective operation of the Kitchen as part of the team.
• Serve a high-quality product and maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Manage stock rotation and minimise wastage.
• Update skills and knowledge across kitchen sections.
• Follow directions from senior chefs and be a team player.

Skills

Commercial Cookery

Knife skills

Food hygiene

Team player

Stamina in fast-paced environments

Education

Commercial Cookery qualification (Australia)

Job description

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Employee benefits & discounts on RACV products

TR $73,846 + penalty rates (approx. $15,000p.a)

Great things start here

Be part of a purpose-driven organisation creating meaningful travel and leisure experiences, useful home products and services, better outcomes for drivers, and a cleaner energy future.

At RACV Noosa Resort in the Sunshine State, close to pristine beaches, quaint villages, and breathtaking hinterland, enjoy the best of tourism and have room to grow in a changing industry that's yours to shape. Join our supportive leisure team whose job it is to help people live their best lives - whether they're on holiday, visiting an attraction or treating loved ones to a special experience.

About the Opportunity

An opportunity has become available for enthusiastic and energetic Demi Chef, to join our talented team of chefs on a full-time basis. In this role you will be responsible for assisting in the effective operation of the Kitchen. This will be achieved by working as a team with other Kitchen staff to provide the appropriate quality and level of service to our members and guests.

This could be just the right role for you?

As a Demi Chef,you will be reporting to the Executive Chef and supported by other senior members of the kitchen brigade. Dining options offered at RACV Noosa Resort include: Buffet breakfast in our Arcuri Restaurant, bar service for lunch and dinner, poolside service, in room dining and our popular pizzeria overlooking the infinity pool. In addition, RACV Noosa Resort caters for large corporate groups utilising our conference and event facilities.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Serve a consistent high-quality product;
• Maintain equipment, utensils and a clean & hygienic kitchen;
• Manage the regular rotation of stock, ensuring there is minimal wastage;
• Continually update knowledge and skills in the procedures and techniques and gain a broad understanding of all sections of the Kitchen; and
• Follow directions from senior chefs and work as a team player

This is a full-time role, with a typical shift pattern of 5.30am - 1.30pm or 1:30pm - 9:30pm.

What you'll need to be successful

A Commercial Cookery qualification, recognised in Australia(essential)

Previous Demi Chef experience in a 4-5 star hotel/resort (highly regarded)

Demonstrated experience in cookery and well developed knife skills

Solid knowledge of kitchen sections, service styles, mis en place procedures, food items, cookery techniques, sauces, cold larder, vegetables & butchery

Thrive in a large, busy & fast paced work environment

The ability to comfortably lift 20kgs and perform repetitive manual tasks safely

Full working rights in Australia.

We are Offering

Salary + penalties for evenings, weekends & public holidays

Uniforms provided and laundered on site

Free parking on-site

Enjoy generous staff discounts within the resort

Long term career opportunities

Monthly employee reward and recognition program

Employee discounts on RACV products & services, including our portfolio of 9 resorts

The RACV difference

Be part of a team who cares. Back your ambition and find a new career with RACV.

Applicants will be required to complete an initial 20-minute AI online chat interview

Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in Australia, and consent to a criminal record check.

Additionally, Applicants must confirm their ability to perform the inherent requirements of the position as outlined in theJob Task Analysis - Chef/Cookand whether any reasonable adjustments may be required.

At RACV, we believe that maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace is an important element in our continued success. We want our people to feel welcome, supported and appreciated for who they are and what they bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and/or the role, please let our Talent Acquisition Team know.