Senior Chef

The Porepunkah Pub; Porepunkah; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Porepunkah Pub in Porepunkah, VIC is seeking a Senior Chef to lead kitchen operations, maintain high food and safety standards, and contribute to menu development in a busy regional venue. You will mentor the kitchen team, manage service during peak periods, oversee food costing, ordering and stock control, and ensure consistent quality and presentation.

The role requires passion for local produce, the ability to work independently while collaborating with management, and a positive,

Qualifications

• Has strong experience in a senior chef or similar position
• Is confident working in a busy pub, hotel or hospitality environment
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Takes pride in producing quality food
• Is passionate about local and seasonal produce
• Can work independently while being a strong team player
• Leads by example and maintains professional standards
• Is reliable, organised and able to perform under pressure

Responsibilities

• Supporting and mentoring the kitchen team
• Assisting with daily kitchen operations and service
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
• Assisting with menu development and seasonal menu changes
• Food preparation and service across busy periods
• Supporting food costing, ordering and stock control
• Minimising food wastage
• Ensuring food safety and kitchen hygiene standards are maintained
• Supporting functions, events and busy service periods
• Helping maintain a positive, respectful and professional kitchen culture

Job description

As a Senior Chef, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day kitchen operations, maintaining high food and safety standards, assisting with menu development and working alongside the kitchen and venue management teams.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting and mentoring the kitchen team
• Assisting with daily kitchen operations and service
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
• Assisting with menu development and seasonal menu changes
• Food preparation and service across busy periods
• Supporting food costing, ordering and stock control
• Minimising food wastage
• Ensuring food safety and kitchen hygiene standards are maintained
• Supporting functions, events and busy service periods
• Helping maintain a positive, respectful and professional kitchen culture

About you

• Has strong experience in a senior chef or similar position
• Is confident working in a busy pub, hotel or hospitality environment
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Takes pride in producing quality food
• Is passionate about local and seasonal produce
• Can work independently while being a strong team player
• Leads by example and maintains professional standards
• Is reliable, organised and able to perform under pressure

About us

Porepunkah Pub is a busy regional venue with a strong focus on quality food, local produce, live music, events and creating a welcoming experience for both locals and visitors.