Fine Dining Cook & Kitchen Brigade Lead

Alt. Hospitality Group; Katoomba; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Heritage in Katoomba is seeking a Cook to join a destination fine dining team delivering memorable dining experiences for hotel guests and the public. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will oversee a cooking section and contribute to evolving menu ideas with a focus on flavour consistency.

You will lead and energise the kitchen brigade, uphold WHS and company policies, and maintain high-quality meals while building strong relationships with colleagues and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Leads and inspires a kitchen brigade to meet high standards.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and fosters teamwork.
• Holds a Food Handling Certificate and maintains hygiene practices.
• Possesses a tertiary qualification in commercial cookery or equivalent experience.
• Capable of upholding company values and standards.

Responsibilities

• Run a cooking section in line with company standards.
• Assist in creating and implementing popular menu ideas.
• Inspire and energise the team to perform at their best.
• Follow policies and procedures at all times.
• Maintain strong internal and external relationships.
• Deliver consistently high-quality meals.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and safe.
• Follow WHS compliance at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Food handling

Professional appearance

Education

Tertiary qualification in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Mountain Heritage in Katoomba is seeking a Cook to join a destination fine dining team delivering memorable dining experiences for hotel guests and the public. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will oversee a cooking section and contribute to evolving menu ideas with a focus on flavour consistency.

You will lead and energise the kitchen brigade, uphold WHS and company policies, and maintain high-quality meals while building strong relationships with colleagues and suppliers.