About the company Hearth is a modern Australian café and restaurant located in Battery Point, Tasmania, offering a warm and welcoming dining experience. Known for its relaxed yet refined atmosphere, Hearth delivers high-quality food and service in a customer-focused environment. The restaurant features a diverse menu, including breakfast, mains, pizzas, pasta, and small plates, catering to a wide range of customer preferences. With both indoor and outdoor dining spaces, Hearth provides an inviting setting for casual dining as well as special occasions. Hearth is committed to maintaining high culinary standards, delivering excellent customer service, and fostering a supportive and professional workplace for its team. Position: Chef We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Chef to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining our food quality standards and contributing to menu development. Some of the duties and responsibilities are: Plan menus, including seasonal updates, and daily specials. Estimate food and labour costs and support effective cost control measures Order food supplies and manage stock levels to ensure smooth kitchen operations Prepare and cook a variety of traditional and contemporary pizzas to a consistently high standard Prepare breakfast, brunch, and specialty menu items in line with established quality standards Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations, including HACCP principles Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation at all times Discuss food preparation and operational issues with management, kitchen staff, and front-of-house teams as required Demonstrate cooking techniques and provide guidance on preparation procedures where needed Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods, including lunch and dinner services Train, mentor, and support junior kitchen staff to develop team capability and performance Assist in freezing and preserving food items in accordance with food safety standards Collaborate effectively with directors, front-of-house staff, and the wider team to ensure excellent service delivery Assist with stock control and minimising food wastage About You Relevant culinary qualifications (e.g., Certificate III in Commercial Cookery) Minimum 1-year commercial kitchen experience A hands-on leader who leads by example in day-to-day operations Calm, level-headed, and solution-focused, with the ability to remain professional under pressure Resilient and composed, with the ability to handle challenges without becoming unsettled by minor issues Reliable, punctual, well-organised, and a positive leader We Value: Accountability and ownership of kitchen standards Proactive approach to compliance and documentation Team collaboration and positive leadership Commitment to minimising waste and maximising efficiency If this opportunity aligns with your skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and all applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality