Pub Kitchen Maestro | Experienced Cook & Menu Support

Hotel Spencer Bar & Grill; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Spencer Bar & Grill in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Cook/Chef for a small, independent pub/restaurant on the outskirts of the CBD. You will maintain high food quality and safety, prepare meals, and manage stock while supporting event catering as needed.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a similar role, a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, and availability Wed-Sun 11:30am–10pm, with strong teamwork and allergen knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery completed.
• Available Wednesday–Sunday, 11:30am–10pm.
• Excellent understanding of dietary allergens and coeliac disease.
• Strong communication skills and works well in a team.
• Able to work independently during quieter periods.
• Willing to work the dish section and close each shift.
• Willing to assist with special event menus and catering jobs as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain food quality and presentation.
• Maintain food safety standards.
• Keep the kitchen clean and sanitized.
• Food preparation and cooking.
• Minimise food wastage.
• Quality control of incoming produce.
• Stock control and monitoring.
• Manage kitchen equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Hotel Spencer Bar & Grill in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Cook/Chef for a small, independent pub/restaurant on the outskirts of the CBD. You will maintain high food quality and safety, prepare meals, and manage stock while supporting event catering as needed.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a similar role, a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, and availability Wed-Sun 11:30am–10pm, with strong teamwork and allergen knowledge.