Demi Chef — Creative Kitchen Mastery & Growth

Minor Hotels; Maitland; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Hotel deals

Global perks

Retail rewards

Experiences

Health insurance

Parental leave

Wellness support

Job summary

AVANI Cypress Lakes Resort and AVANI WELL are seeking a skilled Demi Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. This role supports food preparation, cooking and presentation to deliver a high-quality dining experience for guests.

You will develop dishes, maintain food safety standards, collaborate with the kitchen team, mentor juniors, and contribute to menu planning. Rotating shifts include weekends; various benefits accompany the role within Minor Hotels.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Demi Chef or in a similar kitchen role.
• Australian cookery qualification, ideally Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation and presentation standards.
• Understanding of HACCP, OH&S and kitchen hygiene requirements.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude and genuine passion for cooking.
• Flexibility to work across a range of shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes in line with menu standards and guest expectations.
• Assist in the development and plating of high-quality meals.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and compliance with food safety, hygiene and WHS standards.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure efficient service and smooth operations.
• Support and mentor junior kitchen staff where required.
• Contribute to menu planning, recipe development and kitchen efficiency improvements.

Skills

Demi Chef experience

Teamwork

Communication

HACCP & OH&S

Cooking techniques

Kitchen hygiene

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

AVANI Cypress Lakes Resort and AVANI WELL are seeking a skilled Demi Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. This role supports food preparation, cooking and presentation to deliver a high-quality dining experience for guests.

You will develop dishes, maintain food safety standards, collaborate with the kitchen team, mentor juniors, and contribute to menu planning. Rotating shifts include weekends; various benefits accompany the role within Minor Hotels.