Head Chef - Pub & Bistro, Fresh Local Cuisine

Klein'S Anglesea Hotel Pty Ltd; Anglesea; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Klein's Anglesea Hotel Pty Ltd invites applications for a Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in Anglesea, VIC. Your role includes high-standard meal preparation, kitchen supervision, and ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.

You will manage stock, food costs, and safety compliance, while mentoring junior staff and contributing to menu development. A relevant cookery qualification is required, with strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation requirements.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality, taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Good knowledge of stock management, food costing, and minimising food wastage.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a kitchen team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, cook, and present menu items to a consistently high standard.
• Ensure food quality, taste, presentation, portion control, and consistency.
• Prepare and organise ingredients required for daily kitchen operations.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering, receiving, and proper storage of ingredients.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate food preparation and service to ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Assist in training and supervising kitchen staff and allocating kitchen duties.
• Monitor food costs, minimise wastage, and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
• Assist with menu development and improvements based on customer preferences and business requirements.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety and relevant food regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen throughout service.

Skills

Menu planning

Food safety

Stock management

Food presentation

Team supervision

Kitchen operations

Time management

Communication

Education

Commercial Cookery

Job description

Klein's Anglesea Hotel Pty Ltd invites applications for a Chef to lead daily kitchen operations in Anglesea, VIC. Your role includes high-standard meal preparation, kitchen supervision, and ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.

You will manage stock, food costs, and safety compliance, while mentoring junior staff and contributing to menu development. A relevant cookery qualification is required, with strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.