Senior Cook - Unity Hall Hotel, Balmain

Inrecruit; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Start

38 hours per week

Salary: 75K-80K AUD + super

Job summary

Unity Hall Hotel is a historic neighbourhood pub on Darling Street in the heart of Balmain. Established in 1875, the venue brings together pub dining, live music and a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors.

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Senior Cook to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will have a passion for quality food, strong organisational skills and the ability to deliver consistent dishes during busy service periods. Immediate Start.

Qualifications

• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications.
• Previous experience as a Chef in a busy pub, restaurant or similar venue.
• Sound knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety and kitchen operations.
• Strong communication, teamwork and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to consistent food quality.
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes in accordance with menus, recipes and quality standards.
• Assist with menu planning, seasonal specials and recipe development.
• Estimate ingredient requirements and assist with food costing and ordering.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients and ensure correct storage and stock rotation.
• Monitor portion sizes, minimise food waste and maintain consistent presentation.
• Coordinate preparation and service within your allocated kitchen section.
• Discuss food preparation and service requirements with kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Accommodate dietary requirements and food allergies.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Assist with training and guiding junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Commercial cookery

Pub/Restaurant chef

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Commercial cookery qualification

Job description

Unity Hall Hotel is a historic neighbourhood pub on Darling Street in the heart of Balmain. Established in 1875, the venue brings together pub dining, live music and a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors.

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Senior Cookto join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will have a passion for quality food, strong organisational skills and the ability to deliver consistent dishes during busy service periods.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes in accordance with menus, recipes and quality standards.
• Assist with menu planning, seasonal specials and recipe development.
• Estimate ingredient requirements and assist with food costing and ordering.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients and ensure correct storage and stock rotation.
• Monitor portion sizes, minimise food waste and maintain consistent presentation.
• Coordinate preparation and service within your allocated kitchen section.
• Discuss food preparation and service requirements with kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Accommodate dietary requirements and food allergies.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Assist with training and guiding junior kitchen staff.

Skills and experience

• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications.
• Previous experience as a Chef in a busy pub, restaurant or similar venue.
• Sound knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety and kitchen operations.
• Strong communication, teamwork and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to consistent food quality.
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Salary: $75K - $80K plus super

Additional information

• Immediate Start
• Salary: $75K - $80K plus super
• 38 hours per week