Full Time Chef - The Cricketers Arms Hotel

Australia Chef Migration; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great starting salary

Supportive team

Great kitchen culture

Job summary

The Cricketers Arms Hotel in Newcastle, NSW is seeking an experienced full‑time Chef to join a fast‑paced kitchen team. You will work under a dedicated Head Chef, delivering high-quality, modern dishes across a variety of cuisines while maintaining top standards of presentation and hygiene.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in a professional kitchen, are flexible for a 5‑day roster, and possess relevant trade qualifications. Excellent communication and a pride in presentation are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a professional environment.
• Able to work 5 days across a 7-day operation.
• Must have qualifications or trade experience equivalent.
• Flexible and willing attitude, clear communication and customer service skills.
• Immaculate grooming and pride in presentation.
• Ability to manage your own sections and deliver a consistently high standard of food throughout service.
• Take pride in food presentation, always ensuring top quality.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Food Hygiene compliance, knowledge and practices.
• Availability for rotating roster across Mon to Sun.
• Job will require approx. 38 hrs per week.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality dishes across a variety of cuisines.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards in all kitchen areas.
• Manage your own sections and ensure top quality during busy service.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and team to deliver consistent results.

Skills

3+ years experience

Communication skills

Food hygiene

Customer service

Education

Trade qualifications or equivalent

Job description

Full Time Chef - The Cricketers Arms Hotel

The Cricketers Arms Hotel is looking for an additional experienced Chef to join the team. You will be working within an energetic, friendly environment, with a dedicated Head Chef and team who are fun and treat each other like a big family. This is a unique opportunity for a professional Chef looking to join the kitchen team and to enjoy the fast‑paced environment this venue has to offer.

We are looking for an outstanding person who has some experience working in a busy commercial kitchen across a variety of cuisines and styles, delivering good quality and modern innovative food.

You:

• Minimum 3 years experience in a professional environment
• Able to work 5 days across a 7-day operation
• Must have qualifications or trade experience equivalent
• Flexible and willing attitude, clear communication and customer service skills
• Immaculate grooming and pride in presentation
• Ability to manage your own sections and deliver a consistently high standard of food throughout service
• Take pride in food presentation, always ensuring top quality
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Food Hygiene compliance, knowledge and practices
• Availability for rotating roster across Mon to Sun.
• Job will require approx. 38 hrs per week.

The Cricketers Arms Hotel is looking for an additional experienced Chef to join the team. You will be working within an energetic, friendly environment, with a dedicated Head Chef and team who are fun and treat each other like a big family. This is a unique opportunity for a professional Chef looking to join the kitchen team and to enjoy the fast‑paced environment this venue has to offer.

We are looking for an outstanding person who has some experience working in a busy commercial kitchen across a variety of cuisines and styles, delivering good quality and modern innovative food.

You:

• Minimum 3 years experience in a professional environment
• Able to work 5 days across a 7-day operation
• Must have qualifications or trade experience equivalent
• Flexible and willing attitude, clear communication and customer service skills
• Immaculate grooming and pride in presentation
• Ability to manage your own sections and deliver a consistently high standard of food throughout service
• Take pride in food presentation, always ensuring top quality
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Food Hygiene compliance, knowledge and practices
• Availability for rotating roster across Mon to Sun.
• Job will require approx. 38 hrs per week.

Additional information

• Full-time role
• Great starting salary | $75k to $80k
• Great kitchen culture and supportive team