Qualified Chefs. - All Levels

Thirteenth Beach Golf Links; Barwon Heads; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thirteenth Beach Golf Links in Barwon Heads, VIC is seeking a passionate chef to lead a premium kitchen. The role offers flexibility on days, hours, and shifts, with opportunities to advance within the culinary team and the wider club operations.

The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, product knowledge across multiple cuisines, and a focus on guest satisfaction while maintaining high standards in a dynamic, high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• Dedication to the production, preparation and presentation of dishes of the highest quality.
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision.
• Experience in a premium restaurant/banquet kitchen.
• Commitment to high-end service and guest satisfaction.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of Australian food safety, WHS and HACCP.
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen sections for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and events.
• Develop and maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Collaborate with producers and suppliers to source local ingredients.
• Ensure stock rotation and minimize waste.
• Uphold safety and hygiene standards across the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Willingness to learn

Local supplier relations

Premium dining

Creative cuisine

Kitchen leadership

Guest satisfaction

High-volume dining

Inventory control

Hygiene standards

Career progression

Banquet kitchen experience

Planning skills

Food safety

Weekend availability

Punctuality

Job description

Thirteenth Beach Golf Links – Barwon Heads VIC

If you are a passionate and driven chef looking for a great place to work, you need look no further than 13th Beach Golf Links. The role offers flexibility on days, hours, and shift duration. This is a unique opportunity to work in an environment that will support you in the long term to achieve your goals in the culinary industry, with scope to advance your position within the industry. 13th Beach Golf Links is an established member-based organisation and considered one the premier golfing destinations in the country and includes the 13th Beach Golf Lodges, offering a complete say and play experience for guest.

What we are looking for:

• Strong leadership and passionate and driven leader who can focus on both the individual and the team
• Willingness to learn and contribute to financial viability and sustainability of a kitchen or restaurant to help grow revenue and improve business efficiencies
• Someone who is committed to understanding and further developing relationships with producers & supplier in the local region
• Experience within a similar sized operation including A La Carte, C&E, Weddings, Fine Dining & Casual Dining
• The desire to be innovative and create food with elegance and flair
• Confidence in running sections for breakfast, lunch, dinner or special event kitchen teams
• Ensuring customer expectations are met and product quality is matched even when you are not in the kitchen
• Ability to follow procedures and processes
• Contribution to Menu development using modern and classical techniques
• Ability to produce high quality food from multi national cuisines
• Understanding of banquet conference operations

Skills & Experience:

• Dedication to the production, preparation and presentation of dishes of the highest quality
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision
• Team player attitude and willingness to work within a large, diverse team
• Commitment and passion for high-end service always ensuring the highest level of guest satisfaction
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Adhere to strict stock rotation and minimum wastage guidelines
• Ability to maintain a clean, hygienic and safe working environment
• A want to grow and progress within the industry
• Relevant experience in a premium restaurant/banquet kitchen
• Enthusiasm and creative approach to providing high-quality cuisine
• Planning and organisational skills
• Demonstrated understanding of Australian food safety, WHS and HACCP
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays as required within a rotating roster
• Well presented, punctual and reliable
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure