Full Time Chef

All Sweeney; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours

Newly renovated venue

Collaborative kitchen culture

Job summary

The Belmore Hotel in Maitland is seeking a talented Full Time Chef to join our kitchen team. You will work alongside a collaborative crew to prepare high-quality dishes and contribute to a great guest experience in a newly renovated, high-volume venue.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years' experience as a Chef, strong cooking and food safety skills, and the flexibility to work across weekends and busy periods as part of a supportive, team-focused kitchen culture.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef with a minimum of 3 years in a similar role.
• Strong food preparation and cooking skills.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy bistro environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation.
• Willingness to work as part of a broader team.
• Flexible to work across weekends and busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present a range of bistro menu items.
• Prepare ingredients and mise en place for daily service.
• Ensure food is prepared consistently and to a high standard.
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Monitor food quality, freshness and presentation.
• Assist with stock rotation, storage and portion control to minimise waste.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen and food preparation area.
• Assist with the development of menu items, specials and seasonal offerings.
• Provide friendly and efficient service when interacting with customers.
• Follow all company procedures and food safety requirements.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Team player

Customer service skills

Job description

The Belmore Hotel is one of Maitland's leading privately owned venues, recently renovated to set a new standard for customer experience in the area. We operate a busy restaurant, excellent gaming facilities and a thriving bar trade, catering to everyone from a quick business lunch to a great night out with friends. We pride ourselves on a culture of first-class service that positively impacts our customers, while consistently delivering profitable growth through an exceptional overall experience.

The Role

We're looking for a talented, enthusiastic Full Time Chef to join our kitchen team. You'll play a key role in day-to-day operations, working alongside a collaborative team to prepare high-quality dishes that keep our guests coming back.

What you'll be doing

• Prepare, cook and present a range of bistro menu items
• Prepare ingredients and complete mise en place for daily service
• Ensure food is prepared consistently and to a high standard
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Monitor food quality, freshness and presentation
• Assist with stock rotation, storage and portion control to minimise waste
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen and food preparation area
• Assist with the development of menu items, specials and seasonal offerings
• Provide friendly and efficient service when interacting with customers
• Follow all company procedures and food safety requirements

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who enjoys working with fresh food and takes pride in producing consistently high-quality meals.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• Previous experience as a Chef
• Strong food preparation and cooking skills
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role
• A good understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices
• The ability to work efficiently in a busy bistro environment
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on freshness, quality and presentation
• A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a broader team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Flexibility to work across a range of shifts, including weekends and busy trading periods

What's On Offer

• Full-time, stable hours in a newly renovated, high-volume venue
• Supportive, collaborative kitchen culture