Dynamic Cook — Busy Hotel Kitchen Team

Australia Chef Migration; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Redcape Hotel Group is expanding its Newcastle kitchen team and seeks an experienced Cook to work across venues including The Gunyah Hotel and Hotel Elermore. You will join a lively, family‑like team led by a Head Chef, delivering high‑quality, modern dishes in a fast‑paced environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in a professional kitchen, can handle a rotating 7‑day roster, and demonstrates strong presentation and hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a professional kitchen
• Able to work 5 days across a 7-day operation
• Qualifications or trade experience equivalent
• Flexible, clear communicator with customer service focus
• Immaculate grooming and presentation
• Ability to manage own sections and deliver high standard of food
• Pride in food presentation and top quality
• Good verbal and written communication
• Food hygiene compliance and practices
• Roster availability across Mon-Sun
• Approx. 38 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Work in a busy commercial kitchen across various cuisines and styles.
• Take pride in food presentation and maintain high standards during service.
• Manage your own sections and deliver consistent quality across service.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Adhere to rotating roster across seven days and flexible shifts.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food preparation

Hygiene & safety

Communication

Education

Trade certification or equivalent

Job description

Redcape Hotel Group is expanding its Newcastle kitchen team and seeks an experienced Cook to work across venues including The Gunyah Hotel and Hotel Elermore. You will join a lively, family‑like team led by a Head Chef, delivering high‑quality, modern dishes in a fast‑paced environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in a professional kitchen, can handle a rotating 7‑day roster, and demonstrates strong presentation and hygiene standards.