The Telegraph Hotel delivers a welcoming country-style experience in the heart of town, blending historic charm with up-to-date comfort. The venue features a fully licensed bar and a contemporary bistro/restaurant, open for lunch and dinner, serving delicious meals in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. A spacious outdoor beer garden offers the perfect spot for any occasion, complete with a kid's playground, climate control features, and a large screen for entertainment.
About The Role
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. This is a key role within our kitchen, requiring a highly motivated individual who is passionate about the art of cooking and dedicated to delivering an exceptional dining experience. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation of culinary knowledge, creativity in menu development, and the ability to lead and inspire others in a fast-paced environment. A successful candidate will not only demonstrate technical culinary skills but also exhibit excellent organizational abilities, a strong work ethic, and a collaborative mindset.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with manager to plan menus and develop recipes, considering seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers.
- Estimate food and labour costs in consultation with the manager according to budget and other financial aspects of the restaurant.
- Examine the cooking of food items to regulate the quality and speciality of the recipe.
- Ensure the quality of fresh food and baked goods by examining stock on a regular basis.
- Determine daily production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure the timely delivery of services.
- Liaise with manager and Head chef regarding food preparation or quality concerns.
- Discuss all food preparation issues with manager, Head chef, dietitians, kitchen and waiting staff.
- Follow the instruction of the Head chef to monitor daily tasks.
- Participate in the selection, training and supervision of all waiting and kitchen staff.
- Delegate tasks, supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and other kitchen workers.
- Instruct and supervise cooks and other kitchen staff for the preparation and presentation of the food.
- Demonstrate techniques of cooking to new staff and advise on cooking procedures.
- Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for cleanliness and functionality.
- Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and food scales.
- Prepare and cook food in a timely manner.
- Provide instructions and supervise the cooking of food with special dietary requirements to meet the nutritional standards.
- Ensure appealing plate presentation and garnish setup of all dishes.
- May freeze and preserve foods and rotate foodstuffs to check freshness and discard out-of-date items.
- Minimise wastage by careful supervision of food preparation methods.
- Maintain occupational health and safety procedures and ensure those are practiced regularly in the workplace.
- Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties, and banquets.
- Take care of kitchen accounts and prepare the roster for kitchen staff.
- Check stock levels in inventory, fill stock requirement sheets and order items accordingly.
- Supervise cleaning of kitchen and dining areas to maintain sanitation standards and keep appropriate records.
Qualifications and other requirements
- Diploma level qualifications or equivalent in Hospitality or another relevant field OR 4 years of work experience in lieu of formal qualification.
- Recent minimum of one year of relevant experience working in a hospitality industry as a chef.
- A valid driver license with your own reliable vehicle.
- Ability to work independently and without supervision.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide leadership to a small team.
- Demonstrate problem-solving skills and experience with diagnostics.
- Valuable oral communication skills.
- Ability to work with flexible hours including weekends.
- Experience in pub/bistro style cuisine is required.
Notes
- Availability for weekend and evening shifts is essential.
- Sponsorship may be offered to the right candidate after joining.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application questions
Salary match | Number of applicants | Skills match
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a chef de partie?
- Do you hold a current Food Safety certificate?
- Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
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