Demi Chef

Royal Automobile Club of Victoria; Torquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading leisure organization as a Demi Chef at RACV Torquay, where you'll assist in creating exceptional dining experiences. This role requires a Certificate 3 in Cookery and previous experience in a commercial kitchen. Enjoy a competitive salary, discounts on products, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary + Penalties

Discounts on RACV products & resorts

Uniform + Free parking onsite

Employee of the month recognition

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a 4-5 star hotel/resort.
• Solid knowledge of kitchen sections and cookery techniques.
• Strong focus on food quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Produce a consistent high-quality product & standard.
• Maintain equipment and a clean kitchen.
• Follow directions from senior chefs.

Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Certificate 3 in Cookery

Job description

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Competitive Hourly Rate + Penalties | Discounts on RACV products and resorts

Great things start here

Be part of a purpose-driven organisation creating meaningful travel and leisure experiences, useful home products and services, better outcomes for drivers, and a cleaner energy future.

At RACV Torquay, situated at the start of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road and famous surf coast, enjoy the best of tourism and have room to grow in a changing industry that's yours to shape. Join our supportive leisure team whose job it is to help people live their best lives — whether they’re on holiday, visiting an attraction or treating loved ones to a special experience.

About the Opportunity

In this role as a Demi Chef, you will be responsible for assisting the effective kitchen operation and working in a team environment.

Our talented team of chefs operate a variety of kitchens throughout the resort, including the large main production kitchen, a busy conference & events space for large groups, and various restaurant kitchens, to create dishes made from high quality produce. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional and memorable food experiences to our guests.

This could be just the right role for you?

As a Demi Chef, your key responsibilities include:

• Produce a consistent high-quality product & standard
• Maintain equipment, utensils, and a clean & hygienic kitchen
• Rotate stock, ensuring minimal wastage
• Follow directions from senior chefs and work as a team player
• Follow WHS, policies, and procedures

RACV Torquay Resort is open 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. Our kitchen operates from early morning breakfast service, through to evening dinner service & late-night in-room dining. Our team works a 7-day rotating roster including evenings, weekends & public holidays. Ideally, you will have full availability and flexibility to work a variety of shifts.

What you’ll need to be successful

• Completed a Certificate 3 in Cookery qualification, recognised in Australia
• Previous cooking experience in a 4-5 star hotel/resort commercial kitchen or similar environment
• Solid knowledge of kitchen sections, service styles, mis en place procedures, food items, cookery techniques, sauces, cold larder, vegetables & butchery
• Thrive in a large, busy & fast-paced work environment, with efficiency, organisation, time management, and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, can follow direction and work well in a team environment
• Committed and passionate about cooking with a strong focus on food quality and presentation
• Excellent personal presentation

We are Offering

• Competitive Salary + Penalties evenings, weekends & public holidays + 11% Super
• Discounts on RACV products & resorts
• Uniform + Free parking onsite
• Employee of the month recognition

The RACV difference

Be part of a team who cares. Back your ambition and find a new career with RACV.

Application process

You can learn more about the RACV at careers.racv.com.au

Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in Australia, and consent to a criminal record check.

At RACV, we believe that maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace is an important element in our continued success. We want our people to feel welcome, supported, and appreciated for who they are and what they bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and/or the role, please let our Talent Acquisition Team know.

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